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Texas Child Support Calculator

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Percentage of obligor net resources: 20% for 1 child, 25% for 2, 30% for 3, 35% for 4, 40% for 5+. Net resources = gross income minus taxes, social security, health insurance for child, and union dues. Guidelines cap applies to first $9,200/month net resources (as of 2023).

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Children & Custody

How many children are covered by this support order?

Number of Children

Children covered by this support order

Obligor's Other Children

Other children the obligor has a legal duty to support (not in this case)

Texas Guidelines

Maryland uses the Income Shares model under FL 12-204. Both parents' incomes determine the basic obligation from a statutory schedule.

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Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates only. It is not a substitute for legal advice. Court-ordered amounts may differ based on your specific circumstances.

How Texas Calculates Support

Model:Percentage of Obligor Income (net resources)

Income Basis:net resources (obligor only)

Formula:Percentage of obligor net resources: 20% for 1 child, 25% for 2, 30% for 3, 35% for 4, 40% for 5+. Net resources = gross income minus taxes, social security, health insurance for child, and union dues. Guidelines cap applies to first $9,200/month net resources (as of 2023).

What You'll Need

Number Of Children On Order*
Obligor Net Resources*
Other Child Support Obligations
Multiple Family Adjustment
Custody Arrangement Input

* Required fields — optional items shown in gray

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How Texas calculates child support

Need Help?

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

Official Sources

Texas Family Code Chapter 154 (Child Support)Texas Attorney General: Child Support Guidelines