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Michigan Child Support Calculator

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Michigan uses the Michigan Child Support Formula (MCSF), an income shares model. Both parents net income is considered. The formula calculates a base support obligation using tables, then allocates proportionally. Parenting-time offset applies based on overnight counts.

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Children & Custody

Drag the slider to set how overnights are divided between parents.

Parent 1 (Custodial)Parent 2 (Non-Custodial)

Double-click slider to reset to 50/50

nights (69.9%)
(30.1%)nights

Parenting-Time Offset

Michigan applies a parenting-time offset when the non-custodial parent has 128 or more overnights per year.

128+ overnights for Parent 2 triggers the offset formula

How Michigan Calculates Support

Model:Income Shares (Michigan Child Support Formula – MCSF)
Income Basis:net income (both parents)
Formula:Michigan uses the Michigan Child Support Formula (MCSF), an income shares model. Both parents net income is considered. The formula calculates a base support obligation using tables, then allocates proportionally. Parenting-time offset applies based on overnight counts.

What You'll Need

  • Number Of Children On Order*
  • Parent A Net Income*
  • Parent B Net Income*
  • Parenting Time Overnights*
  • Other Support Obligations

* Required fields — optional items shown in gray

Need Help?

A family lawyer can help you apply these guidelines to your specific situation.