Utah Child Support Calculator
Estimate child support under Utah Code Ann. § 78B-12-101 et seq.. Calculate baseline support, parenting time overnights, health insurance credits, and work-related childcare costs.
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Utah uses an Income Shares model under Utah Code § 78B-12-205. Monthly gross income determines base child support, with mandatory 50/50 sharing of work-related childcare and health insurance.
Shared Custody & Overnights in Utah
Under Utah Code § 78B-12-208, joint physical custody applies when a child spends at least 111 overnights per year with each parent. Base support is adjusted using a statutory joint physical calculation.
Calculate Your Exact Overnights →Official Court Worksheets & Forms
Family court filings in Utah require completing: Sole Custody Worksheet, Joint Custody Worksheet, Split Custody Worksheet. Review official forms before filing.
View State Worksheets Directory →Worked Calculation Example: Standard Utah Scenario
Here is a realistic line-by-line computation for two parents in Utah raising 2 children:
| Guideline Worksheet Line Item | Parent A (Paying) | Parent B (Receiving) | Combined / Order Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Guideline Income | $5100 | $3600 | $8700 |
| Parental Income Proportion | 59% | 41% | 100% |
| Basic Child Support Schedule Obligation | - | - | $1460 /mo |
| Work-Related Childcare Cost | - | - | +$420 /mo |
| Health & Dental Insurance Premium | - | - | +$210 /mo |
| Total Combined Child Financial Needs | - | - | $2090 /mo |
| Final Estimated Monthly Support Order | Paid by Parent A to Parent B | $1160 /month | |
Frequently Asked Questions in Utah
Key legal questions regarding child support establishment, modifications, and enforcement in Utah.
What is the 111 overnight threshold in Utah?
Under Utah Code § 78B-12-208, joint physical custody is triggered when each parent exercises at least 111 overnights (approximately 30%) with the child per year.
How are work-related child care costs divided in Utah?
By statute, Utah mandates that work-related child care expenses and health/dental insurance premiums be divided equally (50/50) between parents, unless the court deviates.
Does Utah allow low-income adjustments?
Yes. Utah includes a low-income table under Utah Code § 78B-12-205 that sets reduced obligations for parents earning near or below minimum wage.
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