New York Child Support Calculator
Calculate child support in New York using the state's official Income Shares Model. Includes custody adjustments, health insurance credits, and childcare deductions.
New York divorces typically cost about the same as the national average of $12,900.
Child Support in New York
- Formula
- Income Shares Model
- Income cap
- $16,083/mo
- Equal parenting presumption
- No
- Property system
- Equitable distribution
Child Support Calculator in New York: What You Should Know
New York uses the Income Shares Model, combining both parents' incomes to set the total support obligation up to a statutory cap on combined income, currently $193,000 per year (about $16,083 per month). Each parent then covers a share of that obligation proportional to their share of the combined income, and the custodial parent's share is treated as paid in-kind through direct care. Above the cap, courts may apply the same approach or weigh additional factors at their discretion, so high-income cases carry more variability.
Key point: New York's $193,000 income cap means the cap alone does not determine support in high-income cases. Courts have discretion above the cap, and high-earning New York parents should expect significant variability.
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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 York - Frequently Asked Questions
How is child support calculated in New York?
New York 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 York?
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 York typically require a change of at least 15-20% in the support amount to justify modification.
Does custody arrangement affect child support in New York?
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 York?
Yes. New York caps child support calculations at $16,083 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 York?
Child support in New York 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.