New York Child & Spousal Support Calculator
This calculator will help you estimate figures a judge might consider when determining spousal maintenance (formerly called alimony) under New York law. The results are meant to provide a general guideline based on statutory formulas and should not be taken as legal advice. Actual outcomes can vary depending on the specific facts and circumstances of each case.
Disclaimer
This calculator is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is a general tool based on publicly available formulas under the New York Child Support Standards Act (CSSA) and the Maintenance Guidelines Law (MGL).
It does not constitute legal advice, does not create an attorney–client relationship, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for individualized legal counsel.
This tool is designed to be used in conjunction with sessions mediated by Talaiya Ahmed, Esq., including but not limited to divorce mediations, separation negotiations, and prenuptial or postnuptial agreement mediations. The calculator is intended to provide a starting point for discussion and to help parties understand how the statutory formulas generally operate.
Actual child support and/or spousal maintenance obligations in New York may vary significantly based on:
- Each party’s verified income and statutory deductions
- Parenting schedule and childcare expenses
- Add-ons, deviations, and Court-specific practices
- Caps, adjustments, and statutory discretion applied by a Judge or agreed upon in settlement
- Tax considerations, insurance costs, and other case-specific factors
Use of this calculator does not guarantee any particular legal outcome, and results may not reflect what a Court would order or what parties may negotiate.
For advice specific to your situation, you should consult a qualified New York family law attorney or financial professional.
By using this calculator, you acknowledge that the tool is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind, and that neither Talaiya Ahmed, Esq., her mediation practice, nor any affiliated professionals are responsible for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from its use.