Alabama Child Support Calculator (2026)
In Alabama, child support is based on both parents' combined income and the number of children. The total is split between you based on how much each parent earns, and parenting time can change the amount. Use the free calculator below for an instant estimate.
Source: Alabama Rule 32
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How Much Is Child Support in Alabama?
If you make $60,000 a year in Alabama, child support for 1 child is estimated at $642 per month ($7,704 per year). This assumes the other parent earns approximately $36,000/year. Actual amounts depend on both parents' incomes, custody time, and add-on expenses (child care, health insurance).
$1,000/week ($52,000/year): approximately $574/month for 1 child.
Alabama Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)
| Annual Income | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000/yr | $509/mo | $763/mo | $908/mo |
| $50,000/yr | $561/mo | $833/mo | $981/mo |
| $60,000/yr | $642/mo | $949/mo | $1,114/mo |
| $70,000/yr | $691/mo | $1,021/mo | $1,196/mo |
| $80,000/yr | $750/mo | $1,099/mo | $1,278/mo |
| $100,000/yr | $886/mo | $1,292/mo | $1,493/mo |
| $120,000/yr | $1,012/mo | $1,489/mo | $1,739/mo |
Estimates assume the other parent earns 60% of your income. Actual amounts vary. Compare all states →
How Child Support Is Calculated in Alabama
Factors That Affect Child Support in Alabama
Technical details and legal basis
Alabama uses the Income Shares model (Alabama Rule 32) to calculate child support. This model combines both parents' incomes to determine the total obligation, then divides it proportionally based on each parent's share.
Important Notes for Alabama
- • Alabama uses the Income Shares model under Rule 32 of the Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration.
- • Child support is based on both parents' combined adjusted gross incomes.
- • Adjusted gross income is gross income minus pre-existing child support obligations and certain other deductions.
- • The court may deviate from the guidelines if applying them would be unjust or inappropriate.
Example Calculation
Scenario: Parent A earns $5,000/month, Parent B earns $3,000/month, 2 children.
Step 1: Combined income: $8,000
Step 2: Parent A's share: $5,000 / $8,000 = 62.5%
Step 3: Look up basic obligation for $8,000 combined and 2 children.
Step 4: Multiply by Parent A's share (62.5%).
Adjustments for health insurance, child care, and parenting time may apply.
Key Facts: Child Support in Alabama
- Alabama uses the Income Shares model under Rule 32, basing child support on both parents' combined adjusted gross incomes.
- The basic obligation for 1 child ranges from $52/month at $250 combined income to $2,456/month at $30,000 combined monthly income (May 2022 schedule).
- Both parents share the obligation proportionally based on their individual percentage of the combined income.
- Health insurance premiums and work-related child care costs are added to the basic obligation and divided between parents.
- Courts may deviate from the guidelines when strict application would be unjust or inappropriate.
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About This Calculator
Uses the official Alabama Rule 32 (2026 guidelines). Last verified: 2026-05-31.
Disclaimer: Estimates only, not legal advice. Actual amounts are set by Alabama courts. Full disclaimer.
Methodology: Income Shares model per Alabama Rule 32.