Military Income Pre-Calculator
This tool helps service members determine their total gross monthly income and then calculates an estimated child support obligation based on the selected state's guidelines.
🎖️ Military Child Support FAQs
🏠 Does BAH and BAS count as income?
YES. Virtually all states count both Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) as part of a service member's gross income for calculation purposes.
🚢 How are deployments and PCS moves handled?
Deployment Protection: Laws like the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) provide protections. A deployment or PCS can be a "significant change in circumstances," which may be grounds to modify a support order, but you must file a formal petition with the court.
💳 Can child support be garnished from military pay?
Absolutely. The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is authorized to garnish all forms of military pay to satisfy legal child support orders.
🌍 What if we're stationed overseas?
Jurisdiction Rules: The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) determines which state has authority. For families overseas, the service member's state of legal residence typically applies.
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⚠️ Legal Disclaimer
This calculator provides an educational estimate. Actual court orders are determined by family courts and may vary. This tool is not a substitute for legal advice from a qualified attorney.