Kansas Child Support Calculator (2026)
Estimate your child support payments in Kansas using our free calculator based on the official KS Admin Regs 29-5-300. Enter your income details below to get an instant estimate.
Kansas Child Support Calculator
Based on Kansas's 2024 KS Admin Regs 29-5-300
This is an estimate only. See our full disclaimer.
Key Facts: Child Support in Kansas
- Kansas uses the Income Shares model, meaning child support is based on both parents' combined gross income.
- The basic child support obligation for 1 child ranges from approximately $110/month at $1,000 combined income to $1,592/month at $25,000 combined monthly income.
- Each parent pays their proportional share of the total obligation based on their percentage of the combined income.
- Kansas uses a detailed worksheet that accounts for domestic gross income, health insurance, child care, and parenting time adjustments.
- The Kansas guidelines convert gross income to domestic gross income by adjusting for maintenance and other factors before applying the schedule.
Source: KS Admin Regs 29-5-300 • Last verified: 2026-05-30
How Much Is Child Support in Kansas?
If you make $60,000 a year in Kansas, child support for 1 child is estimated at $539 per month ($6,468 per year) based on the KS Admin Regs 29-5-300. This assumes the other parent earns approximately $36,000/year. Actual amounts depend on both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and additional expenses.
If you make $1,000 a week ($52,000/year) in Kansas, child support for 1 child is approximately $494/month.
Kansas Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)
| Annual Income | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000/yr | $421/mo | $581/mo | $687/mo |
| $50,000/yr | $483/mo | $668/mo | $791/mo |
| $60,000/yr | $539/mo | $748/mo | $885/mo |
| $70,000/yr | $588/mo | $819/mo | $969/mo |
| $80,000/yr | $634/mo | $884/mo | $1,048/mo |
| $100,000/yr | $716/mo | $1,001/mo | $1,189/mo |
| $120,000/yr | $789/mo | $1,105/mo | $1,314/mo |
Estimates assume the other parent earns 60% of your income. Actual amounts vary based on both parents' incomes, custody time, and adjustments. Compare all states →
How Child Support Is Calculated in Kansas
Kansas uses the Income Shares model to calculate child support obligations. This model combines both parents' incomes to determine the total child support obligation, then divides it proportionally based on each parent's share of the combined income.
Factors That Affect Child Support in Kansas
Important Notes for Kansas
- Kansas uses the Income Shares model, combining both parents' gross incomes to determine the total child support obligation.
- The Kansas guidelines convert gross income to a "domestic gross income" figure that accounts for maintenance paid or received and other adjustments.
- Kansas provides a detailed worksheet (Child Support Worksheet) that accounts for parenting time, child care, health insurance, and other factors.
- The court may deviate from guidelines based on the overall financial condition of the parties and the best interests of the child.
Example Child Support Calculation in Kansas
Scenario: Parent A earns $5,000/month, Parent B earns $3,000/month, 2 children.
Step 1: Combined monthly income: $5,000 + $3,000 = $8,000
Step 2: Parent A's income share: $5,000 / $8,000 = 62.5%
Step 3: Look up basic obligation from the guidelines schedule for $8,000 combined income and 2 children.
Step 4: Multiply the basic obligation by Parent A's share (62.5%) to determine their payment.
Note: Additional adjustments for health insurance, child care, and parenting time may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas Child Support
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About This Calculator
This calculator uses the official KS Admin Regs 29-5-300 (2024 guidelines) to estimate child support in Kansas. Calculations were last verified against the official source on 2026-05-30.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute legal advice. Actual child support amounts are determined by Kansas courts and may differ based on factors not included here. For legal advice, consult a Kansas family law attorney.
Our methodology: Based on the Income Shares model as defined in the KS Admin Regs 29-5-300. Updated for 2026.