Wondering how much child support you might pay or receive in Florida? Use our free Florida Child Support Calculator to get an accurate estimate based on state guidelines. Updated for 2025, this tool is simple, fast, and ideal for parents and legal professionals.
How to Use This Calculator
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Enter both parents’ monthly gross income
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Add the number of children covered
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Enter the percentage of custody time for Parent 1
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Click “Calculate Support” to get your estimated monthly payment.
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Why Use a Florida Child Support Calculator?
Florida’s child support laws use an “income shares” model, meaning both parents’ incomes and time-sharing (custody) impact the calculation. This tool helps you:
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Get a quick payment estimate.
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Plan better for court or mediation.
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Understand your financial rights and obligations.
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Avoid surprises and reduce disputes.
How Child Support is Calculated in Florida
Florida follows the Income Shares Model, which means both parents’ incomes are considered when determining child support. The key steps include:
- Combine both parents’ net monthly incomes
- Refer to Florida’s statutory guidelines to determine the basic support obligation
- Divide the obligation proportionally based on each parent’s income share
- Adjust for parenting time (overnights), health insurance, and childcare expenses
This ensures the child receives the same proportion of support they would if the parents were living together.
Florida Child Support Guidelines Table (Simplified)
Here’s a quick example using Florida’s statutory table:
| Combined Net Monthly Income | 1 Child | 2 Children |
| $3,000 | $601 | $929 |
| $5,000 | $885 | $1,407 |
| $7,000 | $1,112 | $1,797 |
What Affects Child Support in Florida?
- Gross and Net Income
Includes wages, bonuses, commissions, self-employment, unemployment, rental income, and more.
Deductions: Taxes, union dues, health insurance premiums.
- Number of Children
The more children, the higher the combined base obligation.
- Overnights (Parenting Time)
If one parent has more than 20% overnights (73+ nights/year), support is reduced based on shared custody adjustments.
- Childcare & Health Expenses
Daycare and insurance premiums are divided proportionally between parents and added to the base support.
- Deviations from Guidelines
Courts may adjust child support by more than 5% if justified by:
- Special needs
- Private school
- Long-distance parenting costs
- Agreements between parents
- Retroactive Support
Florida courts can award up to 24 months of retroactive support from the date the parents separated or filed for support.
- When Does Child Support End in Florida?
Typically, child support ends when the child turns 18, or graduates high school (if still enrolled before 19). In special cases (disabilities), support may extend beyond.
- Modifying Child Support
Support orders can be reviewed if:
- Income changes by 15% or $50/month
- There’s a major life change (job loss, remarriage, relocation)
Use our calculator to assess if you qualify for modification.
Florida Child Support Calculation Example
Let’s say:
- Parent A earns $3,500/month
- Parent B earns $2,000/month
- 2 children
- Parent A has the kids 80 overnights
- Daycare cost = $400/month
- Health insurance = $200/month
Our calculator will determine:
- Each parent’s percentage share of income
- Base obligation
- Adjustments based on expenses and overnights
- Final support amount owed
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FAQ – Florida Child Support
Is this calculator accurate for legal use?
It’s a close estimate based on Florida’s 2025 guidelines. For legal filing, speak to an attorney or consult Florida’s official support worksheet.
What if we share custody equally?
Equal time-sharing affects payments but doesn’t always cancel them—income difference still plays a role.
What if a parent has no income?
Courts may assign a minimum wage to unemployed parents based on earning capacity.
Can I calculate support without a lawyer?
Yes, our calculator helps you estimate amounts. However, consult a family law attorney for legal advice
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides an unofficial estimate based on general Florida guidelines and is intended for informational use only. Final child support amounts are determined by a Florida court. For legal advice, please contact a family law attorney or the Florida Department of Revenue.