Ever state has its own laws regarding child support. In the state of Virginia, child support is calculated using a specific set of child support guidelines found in Code of Virginia § 20-108.2.
Monthly child support is calculated based on the combined monthly gross income of the two parents. In cases where the combined monthly gross income is between $0 and $10,000, a table is used to determine what the monthly support payment is for 1-6 children (found in Code of Virginia § 20-108.2).
In cases where the combined monthly gross income is over $10,000, percentages are used. These percentages are as follows:
Between $10,000 and $20,000:
|
One Child |
Two Children |
Three Children |
Four Children |
Five Children |
Six Children |
|
3.1% |
5.1% |
6.8% |
7.8% |
8.8% |
9.5% |
Between $20,000 and $50,000
|
One Child |
Two Children |
Three Children |
Four Children |
Five Children |
Six Children |
|
2% |
3.5% |
5% |
6% |
6.9% |
7.8% |
Above $50,000
|
One Child |
Two Children |
Three Children |
Four Children |
Five Children |
Six Children |
|
1% |
2% |
3% |
4% |
5% |
6% |
What is “gross monthly income” and how is it calculated?
According to §20-108.2C, “‘gross monthly income’ means all income from all sources, and shall include, but not be limited to, income from:
| Salaries | Capital Gains |
| Wages | Social Security Benefits (with Exceptions) |
| Commissions | Workers’ Compensation Benefits |
| Royalties | Unemployment Insurance Benefits |
| Bonuses | Disability Insurance Benefits |
| Dividends | Veterans’ Benefits |
| Severance Pay | Spousal Support |
| Pensions | Rental Income |
| Interest | Gifts |
| Trust Income | Prizes |
| Annuities | Awards |
Gross income does NOT include:
- Benefits from public assistance and social services programs
- Federal supplemental security income benefits
- Child support received
Consult a Virginia Beach Child Support Attorney
Are you currently facing a child support case? Whether you are looking to receive child support or you are being required to pay child support, McCormick & Calderón can help. We know Virginia’s child support guidelines and laws inside and out. Let our legal team help protect your rights and ensure that you receive a fair child support order.
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