Family

Child maintenance estimator

See how a child's monthly needs could be split between parents in proportion to income, the approach the Maintenance Court starts from.

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Children's reasonable monthly needs

Food, share of housing, schooling, medical, clothing, transport and activities for all the children together.

Number of children

Your net monthly income

After tax, including any regular extra income.

Other parent's net monthly income

Your best estimate if you do not know.

Fill in the form and press Calculate to see your estimate.

Results are estimates based on published rates and statutory minimums. They are not legal advice.

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