Child Support Comparison

Pennsylvania vs New Jersey

Pennsylvania state flag PennsylvaniavsNew Jersey state flag New Jersey

Compare child support guidelines, calculation methods, and requirements between these two states.

Key Differences

Calculation Model

Same (Income Shares)

PA Model

Income Shares

NJ Model

Income Shares

Pennsylvania state flag

Pennsylvania

PA

Calculation Model

Income Shares

How It Works

Income Shares Model

Income Cap

$30,000/month combined

Deviation Factors

  • Shared custody
  • Unusual needs
  • Other household income

Important Notes

Uses net income with detailed schedule

Last updated: January 15, 2024

New Jersey state flag

New Jersey

NJ

Calculation Model

Income Shares

How It Works

Income Shares Model with detailed Appendix IX-F tables

Income Cap

$36,800/month combined

Deviation Factors

  • Shared parenting (105-256 overnights)
  • Other dependents
  • Voluntary contributions

Important Notes

Shared parenting adjustment for 105-256 overnights

Last updated: January 15, 2024

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