Child Support Comparison

Virginia vs Maryland

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

Key Differences

Calculation Model

Same (Income Shares)

VA Model

Income Shares

MD Model

Income Shares

Virginia state flag

Virginia

VA

Calculation Model

Income Shares

How It Works

Income Shares Model

Income Cap

$35,000/month combined

Deviation Factors

  • Shared custody (90+ days)
  • Imputed income
  • Tax consequences

Important Notes

Uses gross income, shared custody for 90+ days

Last updated: January 15, 2024

Maryland state flag

Maryland

MD

Calculation Model

Income Shares

How It Works

Income Shares Model with schedule of basic support

Income Cap

$30,000/month combined

Deviation Factors

  • Shared physical custody (128+ overnights)
  • Extraordinary expenses
  • Other children

Important Notes

Shared physical custody calculation for 128+ overnights

Last updated: January 15, 2024

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