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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.

How it's calculated
Both parents' income combined
Income used
Before-tax (gross)
Last updated
2026
Verified
2026-05-31

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

Both parents' adjusted gross incomes
Number of children
Health insurance costs for the children
Work-related child care costs
Extraordinary medical or dental expenses
Extraordinary educational expenses
Visitation-related transportation costs
Shared physical custody arrangements
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.

Alabama Child Support FAQ

How is child support calculated in Alabama?
Alabama uses the Income Shares model under Rule 32. Both parents' adjusted gross incomes are combined, and a basic child support obligation is determined from the guidelines schedule. Each parent's share is proportional to their percentage of the combined income. Health insurance and child care costs are added and shared proportionally.
What is the maximum child support in Alabama?
Alabama's guidelines schedule covers combined adjusted gross incomes up to $30,000 per month. For combined incomes above this amount, the court has discretion to set an appropriate amount, often by extrapolating the schedule percentages.
How much is child support for 1 kid in Alabama?
For 1 child in Alabama, the basic obligation depends on both parents' combined adjusted gross income. For example, at $5,000 combined monthly income, the basic obligation is approximately $643. At $10,000 combined, it's approximately $1,014. The non-custodial parent pays their proportional share.
Does shared custody affect child support in Alabama?
Yes. Alabama Rule 32 allows for adjustments when parents share physical custody. If the non-custodial parent has the children for extended periods, the court may reduce the child support obligation to account for the direct expenses incurred during that time.
Can I still use the 2018 or 2019 Alabama child support calculator?
No. Alabama replaced its older support tables with an updated Rule 32 schedule that took effect May 1, 2022, and that schedule is still the one courts use today. Amounts from a 2018 or 2019 calculator are out of date, so use a calculator built on the current schedule instead.
How much is child support for 2 kids in Alabama?
For 2 children, Alabama's guidelines schedule sets a basic obligation of $1,194 per month at $5,000 in combined monthly adjusted gross income, and $1,700 per month at $10,000 combined. The non-custodial parent pays a share of that amount based on their percentage of the combined income. Health insurance and work-related child care costs are added on top and split the same way.
How much is child support for 3 kids in Alabama?
For 3 children, Alabama's guidelines schedule sets a basic obligation of $1,422 per month at $5,000 in combined monthly adjusted gross income, and $1,984 per month at $10,000 combined. Each parent covers a share of that amount in proportion to their income, with health insurance and child care costs divided the same way.
Is the Alabama child support calculator updated for 2026?
Yes. This calculator follows Alabama's current Rule 32 guidelines and was last verified against the official schedule in May 2026. The basic support schedule in force today took effect May 1, 2022, and Alabama has not replaced it since.

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.

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