Maryland Child Support Calculator
Estimate child support under Md. Family Law Code Ann. § 12-201 through § 12-204. Calculate baseline support, parenting time overnights, health insurance credits, and work-related childcare costs.
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Maryland applies an Income Shares model under Md. Family Law Code Ann. § 12-204. Combined monthly adjusted gross income determines the basic obligation, supplemented by health insurance and work-related childcare.
Shared Custody & Overnights in Maryland
Under Maryland law, shared physical custody is triggered when a parent keeps the child overnight for at least 25% of the year (92 overnights), utilizing Worksheet B with a 1.5 multiplier.
Calculate Your Exact Overnights →Official Court Worksheets & Forms
Family court filings in Maryland require completing: Form CC-DR-030 (Worksheet A - Primary Physical Custody) and CC-DR-031 (Worksheet B - Shared Physical Custody). Review official forms before filing.
View State Worksheets Directory →Worked Calculation Example: Standard Maryland Scenario
Here is a realistic line-by-line computation for two parents in Maryland raising 2 children:
| Guideline Worksheet Line Item | Parent A (Paying) | Parent B (Receiving) | Combined / Order Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Guideline Income | $5700 | $4000 | $9700 |
| Parental Income Proportion | 59% | 41% | 100% |
| Basic Child Support Schedule Obligation | - | - | $1590 /mo |
| Work-Related Childcare Cost | - | - | +$450 /mo |
| Health & Dental Insurance Premium | - | - | +$230 /mo |
| Total Combined Child Financial Needs | - | - | $2270 /mo |
| Final Estimated Monthly Support Order | Paid by Parent A to Parent B | $1250 /month | |
Frequently Asked Questions in Maryland
Key legal questions regarding child support establishment, modifications, and enforcement in Maryland.
What is Maryland's shared physical custody threshold?
Maryland defines shared physical custody as each parent having the child overnight for at least 25% of the year (92 overnights), requiring Worksheet B.
How does Maryland treat health insurance premiums?
The actual cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance added for the child is included in the basic child support calculation and credited to the paying parent.
What is Maryland's self-support reserve?
Maryland features a low-income self-support reserve protecting obligors earning near the federal poverty level, setting a minimum statutory order.
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