Alabama Child Support Calculator
This advanced calculator helps estimate child support payments according to Alabama’s guidelines. Adjust the inputs to match your situation and get a detailed breakdown of how support is calculated.
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Monthly Child Support Estimate
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Based on 2024 Alabama Guidelines
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How Alabama Child Support is Calculated
Income Shares Model
Alabama uses the Income Shares Model, which is based on the concept that children should receive the same proportion of parental income they would have received if the parents lived together. Both parents’ incomes are combined to determine the total child support obligation, which is then divided between parents based on their respective income percentages.
Basic Support Obligation
The basic support obligation is determined by the combined monthly adjusted gross income of both parents and the number of children. Alabama provides a schedule that specifies the basic child support obligation based on these factors.
Custody and Visitation Adjustments
Child support may be adjusted based on the amount of time the child spends with each parent. Alabama guidelines provide specific adjustments for shared physical custody or extended visitation arrangements.
Additional Expenses
Beyond the basic support obligation, additional expenses are considered including health insurance premiums, uncovered medical expenses, and child care costs related to employment or education.
Important Disclaimer: This Alabama child support calculator provides estimates only and should not be considered legal advice. Actual child support amounts are determined by courts and may include factors not considered here. Always consult with a qualified attorney for legal advice regarding child support matters. Calculations are based on Alabama’s Child Support Guidelines and may differ from actual court-ordered amounts.