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Free Colorado child support calculator based on official Colorado state guidelines. Calculate child support obligations using income, custody arrangements, and expenses. Our calculator follows Colorado Child Support Guidelines to provide accurate estimates for legal compliance and family court proceedings.
Last updated: February 2, 2026
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$2,000
+$500
Based on Colorado child support guidelines with primary custody arrangement. Combined monthly income of $8,000 results in a basic obligation of $2,000.
This calculator provides estimates based on Colorado child support guidelines. Actual court-ordered support may vary based on specific circumstances, deviations, and judicial discretion. Consult with a qualified family law attorney for legal advice.
Income factors
Wages, Salaries, Self-Employment
Includes all sources of gross monthly income per Colorado guidelines
Custody types
Primary, Joint, Split
Adjusts calculations based on parenting time and custody arrangements
Additional costs
Child Care + Health Insurance
Factors in additional expenses that affect support calculations
Child count
1-5 Children Supported
Adjusts percentage rates based on number of children in the case
Household adjustments
Reduces Basic Obligation
Adjusts support amounts when other children live in the household
Support interactions
Paid & Received Alimony
Considers how alimony affects available income for child support
For parents with $5,000 and $3,000 monthly income, 2 children, primary custody:
Monthly Support
$800
Basic Obligation
$1,000
For parents with $5,000 and $3,000 monthly income, 2 children, primary custody:
Monthly Support
$800
Basic Obligation
$2,000
Colorado child support calculations follow the Colorado Child Support Guidelines, which use an income shares model to determine support obligations. The calculation considers both parents' gross monthly income, number of children, custody arrangements, and additional expenses like work-related child care and health insurance.
Basic Obligation = Combined Income × PercentagePercentage: 1 child (20-22%), 2 children (25-28%), 3+ children (30-32%)Final Support = Basic Obligation + (Child Care + Health Insurance) ÷ 2The percentage varies based on combined income level and number of children. Higher income families typically use the higher percentages, while lower income families use the lower percentages.
Colorado child support calculations consider multiple factors to ensure fair and adequate support for children:
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Get Legal Calculator for Your PracticeResult: Monthly child support = $800
Based on Colorado guidelines with primary custody arrangement and additional expense adjustments.
Same income, joint custody arrangement
Monthly support: $480 (reduced due to joint custody)
$15,000 and $10,000 monthly income, 3 children
Monthly support: $1,500 (income cap applies)
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