Florida Child Support Calculator
Calculate child support payments based on Florida guidelines. Enter combined monthly income, number of children, and other adjustments to estimate the basic obligation and each parent's share.
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How to Use the Florida Child Support Calculator
- Enter Monthly Gross Incomes: Input each parent’s monthly gross income (before taxes) in the Mother’s and Father’s fields. Use whole dollars or cents (e.g., 4000 or 4500.50).
- Select Number of Children: Choose from 1 to 6 children from the dropdown.
- Choose Custody Arrangement: Select Sole (one parent has majority time) or Shared (substantial time with both).
- Add Other Adjustments (optional): Enter monthly costs like health insurance or daycare in the Other Monthly Adjustments field. Default is $0.
- Calculate: Click the Calculate Child Support button. The result shows:
- Basic Obligation: From Florida guidelines based on combined income and number of children.
- Father’s Share and Mother’s Share: Each parent’s proportional obligation plus adjustments.
- Net Child Support: The amount the father pays to the mother (if positive).
Note: All incomes must be positive, and at least one parent must have income. The calculator uses a simplified schedule; actual amounts may vary. Not legal advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Florida uses a formula based on combined monthly income of both parents and the number of children. The basic obligation is determined from a schedule, then prorated by each parent's income share. Adjustments for health insurance, daycare, etc., are added.
In sole custody, one parent has the majority of time; the other pays support. In shared custody, the formula adjusts for the amount of time each parent spends with the child, but this calculator provides a simplified estimate.
No, this calculator provides an estimate only. Actual child support orders are determined by a court and may consider additional factors. Consult a family law attorney for legal advice.
