Alaska Child Support Calculator

How Alaska Calculates Child Support

In Alaska, your child support is calculated as a set percentage of the non-custodial parent's adjusted annual income. The percentage gets higher with each child, starting at 20% for one child and increasing from there.

Understanding Alaska's Shared Custody Rules

When you share physical custody for at least 30% of the year, the standard calculation changes. The court uses a more complex formula that adjusts the final support amount to account for the increased costs of shared parenting and the time the children spend in each home.

Common Alaska Child Support Questions

At what age does child support end in AK?

In Alaska, the duty to pay child support typically ends when a child turns 18. However, if the child is 18, still attending high school full-time, and living as a dependent with a parent, support may continue until they turn 19.

How is child support calculated if one parent is unemployed in AK?

If a parent is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, the court may impute income. This means they will calculate support based on what that parent *could* be earning based on their work history, skills, and local job opportunities. If the unemployment is involuntary, support may be based on unemployment benefits or other assets.

How do I modify a child support order in AK?

You can petition the court to modify a child support order by showing a 'material and substantial change in circumstances.' A change that would result in the new calculated support amount being at least 15% different from the existing order is automatically considered substantial enough to warrant a review.

Does AK child support cover college expenses?

No, Alaska law does not require a parent to pay for a child's college or other post-secondary education expenses. Child support obligations end at age 18 or 19. Parents may, however, voluntarily agree to cover these costs in a separate, legally binding agreement.

How does AK handle health insurance and childcare costs?

These expenses are handled separately from the basic child support obligation. The cost of health insurance premiums and necessary work-related childcare are typically added to the basic support amount and divided between the parents in proportion to their respective incomes.