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Texas guideline child support is a percentage of the obligor's monthly net resources (not gross pay). With default inputs here ($5,000 gross, 1 child): net resources about $3,825, rate 20.00% → about $765/month. Net resources above $9,200 are generally capped for presumptive guidelines. Illustrative taxes only—not a court order.
Presumptive guideline amount only. A Texas judge signs the binding order. Consult a licensed attorney and official OAG materials for filings.
Federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare are estimated with a flat rate when you do not enter actual withholding.
Illustrative only. Courts may deviate for proven needs, medical support, or other Family Code factors.
| Scenario | Gross/mo | Net used | Rate | Support/mo | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 child (default inputs) | $5,000 | $3,825 | 20.00% | $765 | No |
| 1 child, $10,000 gross/mo | $10,000 | $7,825 | 20.00% | $1,565 | No |
| 2 children, $5,000 gross/mo | $5,000 | $3,825 | 25.00% | $956 | No |
| 3 children, $5,000 gross/mo | $5,000 | $3,825 | 30.00% | $1,148 | No |
| 1 child + 1 other supported child | $5,000 | $3,825 | 17.50% | $669 | No |
| 2 children + 1 other supported child | $5,000 | $3,825 | 22.50% | $861 | No |
| High earner — cap applies (1 child, $15,000 gross) | $15,000 | $9,200 | 20.00% | $1,840 | Yes ($9,200) |
| Presumptive max — 1 child at $9,200 net (illustrative) | $11,500 | $9,200 | 20.00% | $1,840 | No |
| Children before the court | % of net resources |
|---|---|
| 1 | 20% |
| 2 | 25% |
| 3 | 30% |
| 4 | 35% |
| 5 or more children | 40% |
Gross $10,000/month → estimated tax/FICA $2,000 → minus child premiums $175 → net resources about $7,825 → 20.00% → guideline about $1,565/month (cap not applied).
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