Texasvs
Florida
Compare child support guidelines, calculation methods, and requirements between these two states.
Key Differences
Calculation Model
Different Models
TX Model
Percentage of Income
FL Model
Income Shares
Texas
TX
Calculation Model
Percentage of IncomeHow It Works
Percentage of Net Resources Model
Income Cap
$9,200/month combined
Deviation Factors
- Net resource caps
- Multiple children from different relationships
- Healthcare costs
Important Notes
Uses NET resources (after taxes/deductions): 20% (1 child) to 40% (5+ children)
Last updated: January 15, 2024
Florida
FL
Calculation Model
Income SharesHow It Works
Income Shares with substantial shared parenting time credits
Income Cap
$10,000/month combined
Deviation Factors
- Substantial time-sharing (73+ overnights)
- Seasonal income
- Medical expenses
Important Notes
Threshold of 73+ overnights for extended time adjustment
Last updated: January 15, 2024
Different Calculation Methods
Texas uses the Percentage of Income model, while Florida uses Income Shares. This means support calculations can vary significantly even with identical incomes and custody arrangements. The Percentage of Income model only considers the non-custodial parent's income, while Income Shares considers both parents' incomes.
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