Virginia Child Support Calculator (2026)

Estimate your child support payments in Virginia using our free calculator based on the official VA Code § 20-108.2. Enter your income details below to get an instant estimate.

Virginia Child Support Calculator

Based on Virginia's 2024 VA Code § 20-108.2

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Key Facts: Child Support in Virginia

  • Virginia 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 $104/month at $1,050 combined income to $1,756/month at $35,000 combined monthly income.
  • Each parent pays their proportional share of the total obligation based on their percentage of the combined income.
  • Virginia uses separate worksheets for sole custody, shared custody (more than 90 days each), and split custody arrangements.
  • Adjustments are made for health insurance costs, work-related child care expenses, and extraordinary medical or dental expenses.

Source: VA Code § 20-108.2 • Last verified: 2026-05-30

How Much Is Child Support in Virginia?

If you make $60,000 a year in Virginia, child support for 1 child is estimated at $523 per month ($6,276 per year) based on the VA Code § 20-108.2. 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 Virginia, child support for 1 child is approximately $479/month.

Virginia Child Support Estimates by Income (2026)

Annual Income 1 Child 2 Children 3 Children
$40,000/yr $407/mo $564/mo $665/mo
$50,000/yr $468/mo $650/mo $768/mo
$60,000/yr $523/mo $727/mo $859/mo
$70,000/yr $572/mo $796/mo $942/mo
$80,000/yr $616/mo $858/mo $1,018/mo
$100,000/yr $693/mo $969/mo $1,150/mo
$120,000/yr $760/mo $1,064/mo $1,264/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 Virginia

Virginia 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 Virginia

Both parents' gross monthly incomes
Number of children
Health insurance costs for the children
Work-related child care costs
Custody arrangement (sole, shared, or split)
Number of days each parent has custody
Extraordinary medical and dental expenses
Other support obligations

Important Notes for Virginia

  • Virginia uses the Income Shares model, combining both parents' gross incomes to determine the total child support obligation.
  • Each parent is responsible for their pro rata share based on their percentage of the combined gross income.
  • Virginia provides separate calculation methods for sole custody, shared custody (each parent has more than 90 days), and split custody arrangements.
  • The court may impute income to a parent who is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed without just cause.

Example Child Support Calculation in Virginia

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 Virginia Child Support

How is child support calculated in Virginia?
Virginia uses the Income Shares model. Both parents' gross incomes are combined, and a basic child support obligation is found in the guidelines schedule. Each parent pays their proportional share based on their percentage of the combined income. Virginia uses different calculation worksheets for sole custody, shared custody (each parent has the child more than 90 days per year), and split custody.
What counts as income for Virginia child support?
Virginia considers gross income from all sources, including salaries, wages, commissions, bonuses, overtime, self-employment income, pensions, Social Security benefits, interest, dividends, rental income, and workers' compensation. The court may also impute income to a parent who is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed.
How does shared custody affect child support in Virginia?
Virginia defines shared custody as each parent having the child for more than 90 days per year. In shared custody cases, the court uses a different formula that accounts for the number of days each parent has custody. This generally results in a lower child support obligation compared to sole custody, as each parent bears more direct costs during their time with the child.
What is the maximum child support in Virginia?
The Virginia guidelines schedule covers combined gross monthly incomes up to $35,000. For incomes above this amount, the court uses the guideline amount for $35,000 as a minimum and may order additional support based on the child's reasonable needs and the parents' ability to pay.
How long does child support last in Virginia?
In Virginia, child support generally continues until the child turns 18. However, if the child is a full-time high school student, is not self-supporting, and lives in the home of a parent, support continues until age 19 or graduation from high school, whichever comes first. Support may also continue for a child with a severe and permanent disability.

About This Calculator

This calculator uses the official VA Code § 20-108.2 (2024 guidelines) to estimate child support in Virginia. 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 Virginia courts and may differ based on factors not included here. For legal advice, consult a Virginia family law attorney.

Our methodology: Based on the Income Shares model as defined in the VA Code § 20-108.2. Updated for 2026.

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