Mississippi Child Support Calculator (2026)
Estimate your child support payments in Mississippi using our free calculator based on the official Miss. Code § 43-19-101. Enter your income details below to get an instant estimate.
Mississippi Child Support Calculator
Based on Mississippi's 2024 Miss. Code § 43-19-101
This is an estimate only. See our full disclaimer.
Key Facts: Child Support in Mississippi
- Mississippi uses the Percentage of Income model to calculate child support, basing the obligation on the non-custodial parent's adjusted gross income.
- The guideline percentages are: 14% for 1 child, 20% for 2 children, 22% for 3 children, 24% for 4 children, and 26% for 5 or more children.
- Mississippi does not impose a statutory income cap on child support calculations, unlike some other percentage-of-income states.
- Adjusted gross income includes wages, salary, and other income minus federal/state taxes, Social Security, and Medicare deductions.
- Courts may deviate from guidelines based on factors like the child's special needs, shared custody, or the obligor's other support obligations.
Source: Miss. Code § 43-19-101 • Last verified: 2026-05-30
How Much Is Child Support in Mississippi?
If you make $60,000 a year in Mississippi, child support for 1 child is estimated at $700 per month ($8,400 per year) based on the Miss. Code § 43-19-101. This is based on the guideline percentage applied to your income. The actual amount depends on your net resources and any deductions.
If you make $1,000 a week ($52,000/year) in Mississippi, child support for 1 child is approximately $607/month.
Mississippi Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)
| Annual Income | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000/yr | $467/mo | $667/mo | $733/mo |
| $50,000/yr | $583/mo | $833/mo | $917/mo |
| $60,000/yr | $700/mo | $1,000/mo | $1,100/mo |
| $70,000/yr | $817/mo | $1,167/mo | $1,283/mo |
| $80,000/yr | $933/mo | $1,333/mo | $1,467/mo |
| $100,000/yr | $1,167/mo | $1,667/mo | $1,833/mo |
| $120,000/yr | $1,400/mo | $2,000/mo | $2,200/mo |
Based on Mississippi guideline percentages applied to gross income. Actual amounts vary based on net resources and deductions. Compare all states →
How Child Support Is Calculated in Mississippi
Mississippi uses the Percentage of Income model to calculate child support obligations. This means child support is based on a set percentage of the non-custodial parent's net income, with the percentage increasing based on the number of children.
Factors That Affect Child Support in Mississippi
Important Notes for Mississippi
- Mississippi uses the Percentage of Income model, basing child support on the non-custodial parent's adjusted gross income.
- Adjusted gross income is calculated by deducting federal and state taxes, Social Security, Medicare, and mandatory retirement contributions from gross income.
- The court may deviate from guidelines when the child has special needs, extraordinary medical expenses, or when the obligor has other dependents.
- Mississippi does not impose a statutory income cap, but courts have discretion for high-income cases.
Example Child Support Calculation in Mississippi
Scenario: Non-custodial parent earns $5,000/month net income, 2 children.
Step 1: Determine net monthly income: $5,000
Step 2: Apply the guideline percentage for 2 children: 20%
Step 3: Calculate: $5,000 × 20% = $1,000/month
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About This Calculator
This calculator uses the official Miss. Code § 43-19-101 (2024 guidelines) to estimate child support in Mississippi. 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 Mississippi courts and may differ based on factors not included here. For legal advice, consult a Mississippi family law attorney.
Our methodology: Based on the Percentage of Income model as defined in the Miss. Code § 43-19-101. Updated for 2026.