Maine uses income shares per §2006. Table covers up to $400,000 combined annual. AGE-DEPENDENT: under 12 vs 12+. Low-income: 10% of weekly gross cap.
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Maine calculates child support using the Income shares using combined gross income established under 19-A MRSA §2006. 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.
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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, Mainerequires 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: 19-A MRSA §2006
Income shares, combined gross income.
Table up to $400K combined annual.
AGE-DEPENDENT: under 12 and 12+ have different amounts.
Low-income: below FPL → 10% of weekly gross cap.
Approximate: 1 child ~18%, 2 ~27%, 3 ~32%, 4 ~36%, 5 ~39%.
AGE-DEPENDENT schedule (under 12 / 12+) — unique feature.
Low-income cap at 10% of weekly gross.
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Residency Requirement
6-month residency (§902)
Mandatory Waiting Period
No mandatory waiting period
No-Fault Ground
Irreconcilable marital differences (§902(1)(H))
State Income Tax
Progressive 5.80-7.15% (3 brackets).
Maine uses the Income shares using combined gross income under 19-A MRSA §2006. Maine uses income shares per §2006. Table covers up to $400,000 combined annual. AGE-DEPENDENT: under 12 vs 12+. Low-income: 10% of weekly gross cap.
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, combined gross income.
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.
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Start My Free MaineEstimate →This tool provides educational estimates based on Maine 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 Maine family law attorney before making decisions. Primary statute: 19-A MRSA §2006.