Child Support Calculator NZ

Indicative child support assessment.

NZ$
NZ$
Indicative weekly child support
$183.98
Care % attributed to payer: 27.4%
Indicative weekly amount$183.98
Indicative annual$9,567.12

Indicative only. The IRD assessment includes living-allowance and other-dependant deductions not modelled here. For a binding figure use ird.govt.nz.

About this calculator

Inland Revenue's formula assessment for child support uses both parents' income, the number of children, and the percentage of nights each parent provides care. This calculator gives a rough estimate using the simplified formula.

  • Real assessments include the "living-allowance" deduction for self and other dependants — not modelled here.
  • Care percentage is calculated from nights of care over the year.
  • Use IRD's online calculator for a binding figure.

Frequently asked questions

Can the parents agree their own amount?
Yes — voluntary private agreements are valid. IRD assessment is the default if there's no agreement.

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