Florida Child Support Calculator (2026)

Estimate your child support payments in Florida using our free calculator based on the official Florida Statute 61.30. Enter your income details below to get an instant estimate.

Florida Child Support Calculator

Based on Florida's 2024 Florida Statute 61.30

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Key Facts: Child Support in Florida

  • Florida uses the Income Shares model based on both parents' combined monthly net incomes under Statute 61.30.
  • The basic obligation for 1 child ranges from approximately $190/month at $800 combined income to $1,046/month at $10,000 combined monthly net income.
  • For combined incomes exceeding $10,000/month, Florida adds 5% per child of the excess income to the base obligation.
  • Florida applies a substantial time-sharing adjustment when the non-custodial parent has the children for more than 20% of overnights (73+ nights per year).
  • Florida's guidelines were updated effective January 1, 2024, following the federally mandated quadrennial review.

Source: Florida Statute 61.30 • Last verified: 2026-05-30

How Much Is Child Support in Florida?

If you make $60,000 a year in Florida, child support for 1 child is estimated at $570 per month ($6,840 per year) based on the Florida Statute 61.30. This assumes the other parent earns approximately $36,000/year. Actual amounts depend on both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and additional expenses.

If you make $1,000 a week ($52,000/year) in Florida, child support for 1 child is approximately $522/month.

Florida Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)

Annual Income 1 Child 2 Children 3 Children
$40,000/yr $444/mo $669/mo $802/mo
$50,000/yr $509/mo $768/mo $921/mo
$60,000/yr $570/mo $859/mo $1,031/mo
$70,000/yr $626/mo $944/mo $1,132/mo
$80,000/yr $654/mo $985/mo $1,182/mo
$100,000/yr $654/mo $985/mo $1,182/mo
$120,000/yr $654/mo $985/mo $1,182/mo

Estimates assume the other parent earns 60% of your income. Actual amounts vary based on both parents' incomes, custody time, and adjustments. Compare all states →

How Child Support Is Calculated in Florida

Florida uses the Income Shares model to calculate child support obligations. This model combines both parents' incomes to determine the total child support obligation, then divides it proportionally based on each parent's share of the combined income.

Factors That Affect Child Support in Florida

Both parents' monthly net incomes
Number of children
Health insurance costs for children
Work-related child care costs
Number of overnights with each parent
Age of children
Special needs or extraordinary expenses
Prior support obligations

Important Notes for Florida

  • Florida uses the Income Shares model based on both parents' combined monthly net incomes.
  • Net income includes wages, salary, bonuses, commissions, and other income minus federal and state taxes, FICA, mandatory union dues, mandatory retirement, and health insurance premiums (excluding children's portion).
  • For combined incomes exceeding $10,000/month, Florida adds 5% per child of the income above $10,000.
  • Florida updated its guidelines effective January 1, 2024.

Example Child Support Calculation in Florida

Scenario: Parent A earns $5,000/month, Parent B earns $3,000/month, 2 children.

Step 1: Combined monthly income: $5,000 + $3,000 = $8,000

Step 2: Parent A's income share: $5,000 / $8,000 = 62.5%

Step 3: Look up basic obligation from the guidelines schedule for $8,000 combined income and 2 children.

Step 4: Multiply the basic obligation by Parent A's share (62.5%) to determine their payment.

Note: Additional adjustments for health insurance, child care, and parenting time may apply.

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Child Support

How is child support calculated in Florida?
Florida uses the Income Shares model under Statute 61.30. Both parents' monthly net incomes are combined, and a basic child support obligation is determined from the guidelines schedule. Each parent pays their proportional share. For combined incomes over $10,000/month, an additional 5% per child is applied to the excess income.
How much is child support for 1 kid in Florida?
For 1 child in Florida, the basic obligation depends on combined net income. At $5,000/month combined net income, the obligation is approximately $700. At $10,000/month, it's approximately $1,046. The non-custodial parent pays their proportional share based on their percentage of combined income.
Does 50/50 custody eliminate child support in Florida?
No. Even with equal (50/50) time-sharing in Florida, child support is not automatically eliminated. The court applies a substantial time-sharing formula that adjusts the obligation based on the number of overnights each parent has, but the higher-earning parent typically still pays some amount of support.
What is net income for Florida child support?
Florida defines net income as gross income minus federal and state income taxes, FICA, mandatory union dues, mandatory retirement contributions, health insurance premiums (excluding children's coverage), and court-ordered child support for other children. This reflects the actual resources available for support.

About This Calculator

This calculator uses the official Florida Statute 61.30 (2024 guidelines) to estimate child support in Florida. Calculations were last verified against the official source on 2026-05-30.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute legal advice. Actual child support amounts are determined by Florida courts and may differ based on factors not included here. For legal advice, consult a Florida family law attorney.

Our methodology: Based on the Income Shares model as defined in the Florida Statute 61.30. Updated for 2026.

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