Specialized Calculation Assistant
Child Support Interest Calculator
Calculate accrued statutory interest on past-due child support debt based on official state interest rates and compounding periods.
Statutory Judgment Interest Calculator
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e.g. 6% in Texas, 10% in California, 9% in Illinois
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Legal Framework & Guidelines
Statutory Interest Rates on Child Support Arrears
Most U.S. states assess mandatory statutory interest on delinquent child support judgments:
- California: 10% simple annual interest (one of the highest in the nation).
- Texas: 6% annual simple interest under Texas Family Code ยง 157.265.
- Florida: Adjustable statutory judgment rate established quarterly by the Florida CFO.
- Illinois: 9% per annum on unpaid child support judgments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does child support interest compound monthly or annually?
In most states, statutory interest on child support is calculated as simple interest on the unpaid principal balance, though delinquent judgments may be renewed periodically.
Can child support interest be waived if parents agree?
If arrears are owed to the state (due to past public assistance / TANF), the state must approve any compromise. If owed solely to the custodial parent, some states allow private stipulations waiving interest.