New Hampshire Child Support Calculator

How NH Calculates Child Support

New Hampshire determines child support by looking at the combined income you and the other parent earn. The state then uses a guideline chart to find the total support amount for that income level, and you are responsible for a share of it based on your percentage of the total income.

Shared Custody & Parenting Time Adjustments

If you have your child for at least 146 overnights per year, New Hampshire considers it shared parenting and uses a different formula. This method increases the total basic support obligation by 50% and then credits each parent based on the percentage of time they spend with the child, which can significantly change the final amount.

New Hampshire Child Support FAQs

At what age does child support end in NH?

In New Hampshire, the obligation to pay child support typically ends when a child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever occurs later. The court may extend the obligation if the child is a full-time student, but not beyond their 21st birthday.

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

If a parent is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, a New Hampshire court can 'impute' income. This means the court calculates child support based on the parent's potential earning capacity, considering their recent work history, qualifications, and available job opportunities in the area.

How do I modify a child support order in NH?

You can request to modify a child support order in New Hampshire by proving a 'substantial change in circumstances.' A new calculation that results in a 10% or greater change from the current order is automatically considered a substantial change, simplifying the modification process.

Does NH child support cover college expenses?

Yes, New Hampshire is one of the states where a court can order parents to contribute to their child's college or post-secondary education expenses. The court will consider factors like the parents' financial resources, the child's academic abilities, and the cost of the education when making this decision.

How does NH handle health insurance and childcare costs?

Health insurance premiums and reasonable work-related childcare costs are considered separate, additional expenses in New Hampshire. These costs are typically divided between the parents in proportion to their respective incomes and are added to the basic child support obligation.