Ohio Child Support Calculator
Estimate child support under Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Chapter 3119. Calculate baseline support, parenting time overnights, health insurance credits, and work-related childcare costs.
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Ohio follows an Income Shares model under ORC Chapter 3119. Combined gross income determines basic child support, with mandatory parenting time credits starting at 90 overnights.
Shared Custody & Overnights in Ohio
Under ORC § 3119.051, a mandatory 10% reduction in basic child support is granted to any parent with court-ordered parenting time of at least 90 overnights (roughly 25%).
Calculate Your Exact Overnights →Official Court Worksheets & Forms
Family court filings in Ohio require completing: Form JFS 07768 (Sole/Shared Parenting Child Support Computation Worksheet). Review official forms before filing.
View State Worksheets Directory →Worked Calculation Example: Standard Ohio Scenario
Here is a realistic line-by-line computation for two parents in Ohio raising 2 children:
| Guideline Worksheet Line Item | Parent A (Paying) | Parent B (Receiving) | Combined / Order Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Guideline Income | $4900 | $3400 | $8300 |
| Parental Income Proportion | 59% | 41% | 100% |
| Basic Child Support Schedule Obligation | - | - | $1390 /mo |
| Work-Related Childcare Cost | - | - | +$390 /mo |
| Health & Dental Insurance Premium | - | - | +$210 /mo |
| Total Combined Child Financial Needs | - | - | $1990 /mo |
| Final Estimated Monthly Support Order | Paid by Parent A to Parent B | $1100 /month | |
Frequently Asked Questions in Ohio
Key legal questions regarding child support establishment, modifications, and enforcement in Ohio.
What is the 10% parenting time deduction in Ohio?
Under ORC § 3119.051, if a parent has court-ordered parenting time of 90 or more overnights per year, the court must apply a mandatory 10% reduction to the basic child support obligation.
What is Ohio's cash medical support obligation?
Ohio includes a statutory cash medical support order when private health insurance is either unavailable or not accessible at a reasonable cost.
What is the self-sufficiency reserve in Ohio?
Ohio ORC § 3119.021 maintains a self-sufficiency reserve table to ensure low-income parents retain funds for basic survival necessities.
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