Arkansas uses an income shares model per Administrative Order No. 10 based on combined gross monthly income. A basic support obligation is determined from the Family Support Chart. The schedule covers up to $30,000/month combined gross.
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Arkansas calculates child support using the Income shares model on gross monthly income established under Administrative Order No. 10. This is a statutory formula that leaves limited room for judicial discretion on the base calculation amount, ensuring consistency and predictability for families across the state.
Basic obligation from Administrative Order No. 10 Family Support Chart based on combined gross monthly income and number of children. Each parent's share = pro rata.
The calculation begins with determining each parent's net disposable income, which includes virtually all sources of income minus taxes, mandatory payroll deductions, and certain hardship deductions. The court then applies the statutory formula using the time each parent has primary physical responsibility for the children and the applicable income allocation brackets.
Beyond the base formula amount, Arkansasrequires additional contributions for mandatory add-on expenses. These typically include childcare costs necessary for the custodial parent's employment or education, uninsured healthcare expenses for the children, and in some cases, educational and travel costs. These add-ons are split between parents in proportion to their respective incomes.
Primary statute: Administrative Order No. 10
Income shares model using GROSS monthly income (not net).
Family Support Chart covers verified data points at $3K, $5K, $7.5K, $10K, $15K, $20K combined gross.
Maximum: $30,000/month combined gross.
Self-support reserve: $900/month.
Add-ons: health insurance, childcare, extraordinary medical (>$250/year).
Arkansas has a 50/50 property division presumption.
Premarital property is returned to original owner by default.
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Residency Requirement
60 days residency to file; 3 months before decree
Mandatory Waiting Period
No mandatory waiting period (but 3-month residency before decree)
No-Fault Ground
18 months continuous separation (§9-12-301(b)(5))
State Income Tax
Progressive 2–3.9% (Act 1 of Second Extraordinary Session 2024)
Arkansas uses the Income shares model on gross monthly income under Administrative Order No. 10. Arkansas uses an income shares model per Administrative Order No. 10 based on combined gross monthly income. A basic support obligation is determined from the Family Support Chart. The schedule covers up to $30,000/month combined gross.
Key factors include both parents' income, the number of children, custodial time share, mandatory add-on expenses (childcare, health insurance), and any applicable deductions. Income shares model using GROSS monthly income (not net).
Yes. Either parent can request a modification if there has been a material change in circumstances, such as a significant change in income, custody arrangements, or the needs of the child. The court will recalculate support using the same statutory formula.
Basic obligation from Administrative Order No. 10 Family Support Chart based on combined gross monthly income and number of children. Each parent's share = pro rata.
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Start My Free ArkansasEstimate →This tool provides educational estimates based on Arkansas family law and does not constitute legal advice. Child support calculations are approximations of the statutory formula and may differ from court-ordered amounts. Consult a licensed Arkansas family law attorney before making decisions. Primary statute: Administrative Order No. 10.