New York State Child Support and Maintenance Guidelines Updated for 2024
New York State Child Support and Maintenance Guidelines Updated for 2024
The New York State Office of Court Administration has issued updated guidelines for calculating child support and spousal maintenance that take effect on March 1, 2024. These revisions account for increases in the cost of living over the past year.
The key changes to be aware of are:
Child Support Income Cap Increase
The combined parental income cap for calculating child support obligations has been raised from $163,000 to $183,000. This means the standard child support calculation will now apply to combined incomes up to $183,000 per year before requiring additional analysis.
Maintenance Guidelines Income Cap Increase
The income cap for the maintenance payor (the person paying spousal support/alimony) has increased from $203,000 to $228,000. Spousal maintenance calculations will now follow the guidelines up to the new $228,000 income threshold.
Self-Support Reserve Increase
The Self-Support Reserve amount used in maintenance calculations has gone up from $19,683 to $20,331. This figure represents the annual income a payee spouse should retain after receiving maintenance.
Federal Poverty Level Update
The federal poverty level income for a single person in New York has increased from $14,580 to $15,060. This statistic factors into decisions on whether maintenance or child support should be awarded.
The updated guidelines and income figures are designed to keep calculations aligned with current costs of living and income levels across New York State. Matrimonial attorneys, judges, and parents should be sure to reference the new 2024 guidelines when dealing with child support, maintenance, and other financial matters in divorce cases filed on or after March 1, 2024.
Official court forms and calculators have also been updated to automatically apply the new thresholds and benchmarks. Family court forms for child support and spousal maintenance cases similarly reflect the revised standards.
Parties involved in existing child support or maintenance orders may need to consult an attorney about whether a modification is appropriate given the guideline changes.The Law and Mediation Office of Helene Bernstein PLLC located in NYC is available to discuss your child support and spousal maintenance needs. We are a full service family and divorce law office offering mediation, collaborative divorce, negotiated settlement, litigated, and appeals. Please contact the office at www.hbernsteinlawandmediation.com. Our website contains the updated 2024 Child Support Guidelines Chart.
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