Florida Child Support Calculator
Parent A (You)
Deductions
Parent B (Other Parent)
Deductions
Additional Expenses
How to Use the Florida Child Support Calculator
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Enter Number of Children
Select the number of children involved in the child support calculation from the dropdown menu. The Florida guidelines adjust the support amount based on how many children require financial support.
Step 2: Input Income and Deduction Information
Enter both parents’ monthly gross income and all applicable deductions, including federal and state taxes, health insurance premiums, mandatory retirement contributions, and other court-ordered support payments. These figures help determine each parent’s net income, which is the foundation of the calculation.
Step 3: Enter Overnight Timesharing Information
Input the number of overnight visits each parent has with the children annually. This is crucial because Florida adjusts child support when a parent has at least 73 overnights per year (substantial time-sharing), which impacts how costs are distributed between parents.
Step 4: Add Additional Child-Related Expenses
Include monthly costs for the children’s health insurance, childcare, education, and extraordinary medical expenses. These expenses are typically shared proportionally based on each parent’s percentage of combined income.
Step 5: Review the Calculation Results
After clicking “Calculate Child Support,” review the detailed breakdown showing each parent’s net income, percentage share of support, basic obligation, and additional expenses. The final amount shows which parent pays support and how much, with an explanation of how the amount was calculated according to Florida guidelines.