Virginiavs
Maryland
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
VA
Calculation Model
Income SharesHow 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
MD
Calculation Model
Income SharesHow 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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