If you’re going through a divorce or custody situation in Mississippi, estimating child support can be confusing. Our Mississippi Child Support Calculator gives you a fast, free, and easy way to estimate your expected payment amount based on 2025 state guidelines.

Why Use a Child Support Calculator in Mississippi?

Mississippi uses a percentage of income model, which assigns a specific percentage of the paying parent’s income based on how many children are involved.

Key Benefits of This Calculator:

  • Built using 2025 Mississippi child support laws

  • Allows health insurance and deduction adjustments

  • Works on all devices

  • No login, no fees, instant estimate

How to Use the Mississippi Calculator

  1. Enter the Monthly Net Income of the non-custodial parent

  2. Input the Number of Children for whom support is paid

  3. Enter any Health Insurance Costs for the children

  4. Add Monthly Deductions like taxes or student loans

  5. Include support already being paid for other children

  6. Click Calculate Support to get your estimate

This calculator gives a quick estimate and may not reflect the court’s final ruling.

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What Counts as Income in Mississippi?

Mississippi defines adjusted gross income (AGI) as gross income minus:

  • Mandatory retirement contributions

  • Previously ordered child/spousal support

  • Social Security taxes (FICA)

✅ Income includes:

  • Wages and salary

  • Bonuses and commissions

  • Self-employment income

  • Unemployment or disability benefits

  • Pensions and retirement

Deviations from the Guidelines

While the percentages are the default, courts can deviate based on:

  • Extraordinary medical or educational expenses

  • Shared or split custody arrangements

  • High travel costs for visitation

  • Income above or below average

  • Special needs of the child

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Common Questions (FAQ)

Q: What percentage of income is used in Mississippi?
A: Mississippi typically applies the following rates:

  • 14% for 1 child

  • 20% for 2 children

  • 22% for 3 children

  • 24% for 4 children

  • 26% for 5 or more children

Q: What if we have shared custody?
A: The court may make adjustments based on shared or split custody. This calculator assumes standard custody arrangements.

Q: Is gross or net income used?
A: This tool uses net income, but courts may consider adjusted gross income based on specific guidelines.

Disclaimer: This Mississippi Child Support Calculator is for informational purposes only. It uses general assumptions based on 2025 guidelines and does not replace legal advice. For exact calculations, please consult a family law attorney or the Mississippi Department of Human Services.