Kentucky Child Support Calculator (2026)
In Kentucky, 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.
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How Much Is Child Support in Kentucky?
If you make $60,000 a year in Kentucky, child support for 1 child is estimated at $623 per month ($7,476 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 $567/month for 1 child.
Kentucky Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)
| Annual Income | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000/yr | $492/mo | $720/mo | $869/mo |
| $50,000/yr | $551/mo | $790/mo | $946/mo |
| $60,000/yr | $623/mo | $891/mo | $1,065/mo |
| $70,000/yr | $666/mo | $938/mo | $1,121/mo |
| $80,000/yr | $715/mo | $997/mo | $1,194/mo |
| $100,000/yr | $837/mo | $1,157/mo | $1,389/mo |
| $120,000/yr | $924/mo | $1,268/mo | $1,524/mo |
Estimates assume the other parent earns 60% of your income. Actual amounts vary. Compare all states →
How Child Support Is Calculated in Kentucky
Factors That Affect Child Support in Kentucky
Technical details and legal basis
Kentucky uses the Income Shares model (Kentucky Child Support Guidelines (KRS 403.212)) 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 Kentucky
- • Kentucky uses the Income Shares model, combining both parents' adjusted gross incomes to determine the total child support obligation.
- • Adjusted gross income includes all income minus maintenance paid, prior child support obligations, and other allowable deductions.
- • Kentucky allows a timesharing credit when the non-custodial parent exercises parenting time for more than 73 days per year (approximately 20% of the time, reduced from 101 days/28% by HB 244, effective July 1, 2025).
- • The court may deviate from guidelines when the child has extraordinary medical, dental, or educational needs, or when application of the guidelines 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 Kentucky
- Kentucky uses the Income Shares model, meaning child support is based on both parents' combined adjusted gross income.
- The basic child support obligation for 1 child ranges from $85/month at $1,000 combined income to $2,003/month at $30,000 combined monthly income (HB 244, effective July 1, 2025).
- Each parent pays their proportional share of the total obligation based on their percentage of the combined income.
- Kentucky provides a timesharing credit when the non-custodial parent has the children for more than 73 days per year (20%, changed from 101 days/28% by HB 244 effective July 1, 2025).
- Health insurance premiums, work-related child care costs, and extraordinary medical expenses are added to the basic obligation and shared proportionally.
Kentucky Child Support FAQ
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About This Calculator
Uses the official Kentucky Child Support Guidelines (KRS 403.212) (2025 guidelines). Last verified: 2026-05-31.
Disclaimer: Estimates only, not legal advice. Actual amounts are set by Kentucky courts. Full disclaimer.
Methodology: Income Shares model per Kentucky Child Support Guidelines (KRS 403.212).