New York Child Support Calculator (2026)
Estimate your child support payments in New York using our free calculator based on the official NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act). Enter your income details below to get an instant estimate.
New York Child Support Calculator
Based on New York's 2024 NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act)
This is an estimate only. See our full disclaimer.
Key Facts: Child Support in New York
- New York uses the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA) with fixed percentages: 17% for 1 child, 25% for 2, 29% for 3, 31% for 4, and 35% for 5+ children.
- The CSSA percentages apply to combined parental income up to $183,000/year ($15,250/month). Income above the cap is discretionary.
- Each parent pays their proportional share of the basic obligation based on their percentage of the combined income.
- New York child support continues until age 21, which is older than most other states.
- Additional costs for child care, health insurance, and educational expenses are added to the basic obligation and shared proportionally between parents.
Source: NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act) • Last verified: 2026-05-30
How Much Is Child Support in New York?
If you make $60,000 a year in New York, child support for 1 child is estimated at $850 per month ($10,200 per year) based on the NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act). 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 New York, child support for 1 child is approximately $737/month.
New York Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)
| Annual Income | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000/yr | $567/mo | $833/mo | $967/mo |
| $50,000/yr | $708/mo | $1,042/mo | $1,208/mo |
| $60,000/yr | $850/mo | $1,250/mo | $1,450/mo |
| $70,000/yr | $992/mo | $1,458/mo | $1,692/mo |
| $80,000/yr | $1,133/mo | $1,667/mo | $1,933/mo |
| $100,000/yr | $1,417/mo | $2,083/mo | $2,417/mo |
| $120,000/yr | $1,621/mo | $2,383/mo | $2,764/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 New York
New York 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 New York
Important Notes for New York
- New York uses the Child Support Standards Act (CSSA), which applies fixed percentages to combined parental income: 17% for 1 child, 25% for 2 children, 29% for 3 children, 31% for 4 children, and 35% for 5 or more children.
- The CSSA percentages apply to combined parental income up to the statutory cap of $183,000 per year ($15,250 per month). Income above the cap is subject to judicial discretion.
- Each parent's share of the obligation is proportional to their percentage of the combined income. The non-custodial parent's share is the amount paid as child support.
- Additional amounts for child care expenses, health insurance, and educational costs are added to the basic obligation and shared proportionally.
Example Child Support Calculation in New York
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.
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About This Calculator
This calculator uses the official NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act) (2024 guidelines) to estimate child support in New York. 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 New York courts and may differ based on factors not included here. For legal advice, consult a New York family law attorney.
Our methodology: Based on the Income Shares model as defined in the NY DRL § 240 (Child Support Standards Act). Updated for 2026.