Child Support in New York
Child support in New York is calculated under the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA). White Law Group of New York helps parents understand how support is calculated, what factors affect the amount, and how to seek or respond to support orders.
New York Child Support Calculator
Use our free educational calculator to estimate basic New York child support based on your income, number of children, and common add-on expenses.
Use the CalculatorMatters Handled
- New York Child Support Standards Act calculations
- Combined parental income
- Allowable deductions
- Number-of-children percentages
- Childcare expenses
- Health-insurance costs
- Unreimbursed healthcare expenses
- Educational expenses
- Income above the statutory cap
- Low-income adjustments
- Modification and enforcement
Common Client Concerns
Parents often want to understand how much child support will be, what income is counted, and what expenses are included. The calculation depends on several factors including each parent's income, the number of children, and applicable add-on expenses.
The New York Process
New York calculates child support using the Child Support Standards Act. The basic child support amount is determined by combining both parents' incomes, applying a percentage based on the number of children (17% for one child, 25% for two, 29% for three, 31% for four, and no less than 35% for five or more), and allocating the amount proportionally between the parents. Courts may also order add-ons for childcare, healthcare, and educational expenses.
When combined parental income exceeds the statutory cap (currently $193,000), the court has discretion to apply the guidelines to income above the cap based on statutory factors.
How Legal Representation May Help
- Calculating guideline child support
- Identifying allowable deductions
- Determining add-on expenses
- Addressing income above the cap
- Seeking modifications when circumstances change
- Enforcing existing support orders
Information to Prepare for a Consultation
- General income information for both parents
- Number of children
- Childcare costs
- Health insurance costs
- Any existing support orders
Frequently Asked Questions
How is child support calculated in New York?
New York uses the Child Support Standards Act, which combines both parents' incomes and applies a percentage based on the number of children.
What is the income cap for child support?
For 2026, the combined parental income cap is $193,000. Courts have discretion regarding income above the cap.
What expenses are included in child support?
Basic child support covers the child's basic needs. Courts may order additional add-ons for childcare, health insurance, unreimbursed healthcare, and educational expenses.
Can child support be modified?
Yes. Child support may be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. It does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every legal matter is different. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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