New Jersey Child Support Calculator
Calculate child support in New Jersey using the state's official Income Shares Model. Includes custody adjustments, health insurance credits, and childcare deductions.
New Jersey divorces typically cost 11% less than the national average of $12,900.
Child Support in New Jersey
- Formula
- Income Shares Model
- Income cap
- $15,600/mo
- Equal parenting presumption
- No
- Property system
- Equitable distribution
Child Support Calculator in New Jersey: What You Should Know
New Jersey uses the Income Shares Model applied to combined net weekly income, with the state's child support guidelines expressed in weekly rather than monthly amounts. New Jersey has a high income threshold: the guidelines apply to combined net weekly income up to approximately $3,600 per week ($187,200 per year). Above this threshold, courts use discretion, and New Jersey courts in high-income cases often simply continue applying the same percentage to income above the cap. New Jersey also has specific guidelines for the allocation of college expenses, which can be ordered as part of a divorce settlement even though they extend beyond the usual child support period.
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Use your gross (before-tax) monthly income. If you are paid annually, divide by 12.
Use their gross (before-tax) monthly income. If they are paid annually, divide by 12.
This estimate is for planning purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult a licensed family law attorney in your state for guidance specific to your situation.
Child Support in New Jersey - Frequently Asked Questions
How is child support calculated in New Jersey?
New Jersey uses the Income Shares Model to calculate child support. Both parents' gross incomes are combined, and each parent's share of the total obligation is proportional to their share of the combined income.
Can child support be modified in New Jersey?
Yes. Either parent can request a child support modification if there has been a substantial change in circumstances, such as a significant change in income, change in custody arrangements, or changes in the child's needs. Courts in New Jersey typically require a change of at least 15-20% in the support amount to justify modification.
Does custody arrangement affect child support in New Jersey?
Yes. Parenting time is a significant factor in child support calculations. When a parent has the children for a substantial portion of time (typically 40% or more overnights per year), child support is adjusted to reflect the additional direct costs that parent bears.
Is there an income cap for child support in New Jersey?
Yes. New Jersey caps child support calculations at $15,600 per month in combined income. Income above this threshold is not automatically included in the formula, though courts may consider it in high-income cases.
How long does child support last in New Jersey?
Child support in New Jersey typically continues until the child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever is later. Support may continue longer if the child has a disability or if the parents agree to extend support for college expenses.
This estimate is for planning purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult a licensed family law attorney in your state for guidance specific to your situation.