Child Support Calculation Worksheet
IMPORTANT: THIS IS A PREPARATION GUIDE — NOT THE OFFICIAL COURT WORKSHEET
Nevada requires the use of the official Nevada Supreme Court Child Support Worksheet for child support calculations.
This template provides the substantive content and calculation methodology to help you
prepare — but you must transfer your figures to the official worksheet before filing.
The official form is available at https://selfhelp.nvcourts.gov.
Do not file this document directly with the court.
CHILD SUPPORT CALCULATION WORKSHEET
State of Nevada — Tiered Percentage of Income Model
Court: [________________________________]
County: [________________________________]
Case Number: [________________________________]
Judge: [________________________________]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Party and Children Information
- Non-Custodial Parent Gross Monthly Income
- Tiered Percentage Calculation
- Healthcare and Additional Expenses
- Total Child Support Obligation
- Deviations from Formula
- Duration and Termination
- Nevada-Specific Notes
1. PARTY AND CHILDREN INFORMATION
Custodial Parent:
Name: [________________________________]
Address: [________________________________]
Employer: [________________________________]
Non-Custodial Parent:
Name: [________________________________]
Address: [________________________________]
Employer: [________________________________]
Children Subject to This Order:
| # | Full Legal Name | Date of Birth | Age | Resides Primarily With |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [________________] | [__/__/____] | [____] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial |
| 2 | [________________] | [__/__/____] | [____] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial |
| 3 | [________________] | [__/__/____] | [____] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial |
| 4 | [________________] | [__/__/____] | [____] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial |
Custody Arrangement:
☐ Primary physical custody — Custodial Parent
☐ Joint physical custody
☐ Split custody
2. NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT GROSS MONTHLY INCOME
| Income Source | Non-Custodial Parent (Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Salary/Wages | $[________] |
| Overtime | $[________] |
| Commissions/Bonuses | $[________] |
| Self-Employment (net) | $[________] |
| Rental Income | $[________] |
| Dividends/Interest | $[________] |
| Pension/Retirement | $[________] |
| Social Security Benefits | $[________] |
| Workers' Compensation | $[________] |
| Unemployment Benefits | $[________] |
| Disability Benefits | $[________] |
| Trust Income | $[________] |
| Other: [____________] | $[________] |
| TOTAL GROSS MONTHLY INCOME (GMI) | $[________] |
☐ Income imputed — Basis: [________________________________]
3. TIERED PERCENTAGE CALCULATION
Percentage Table by Number of Children
| Income Bracket | 1 Child | 2 Children | 3 Children | 4+ Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First $6,000 of GMI | 16% | 22% | 26% | 28%+ |
| $6,001 – $10,000 of GMI | 8% | 11% | 13% | 14%+ |
| Above $10,000 of GMI | 4% | 6% | 6% | 7%+ |
Number of children subject to this order: [____]
Calculation
| Income Bracket | GMI in Bracket | Applicable % | Support Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First $6,000 | $[________] | [____]% | $[________] |
| $6,001 – $10,000 | $[________] | [____]% | $[________] |
| Above $10,000 | $[________] | [____]% | $[________] |
| TOTAL MONTHLY CHILD SUPPORT | $[________] |
4. HEALTHCARE AND ADDITIONAL EXPENSES
| Additional Expense | Monthly Amount | Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Health insurance premiums for child(ren) | $[________] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial ☐ Shared |
| Unreimbursed medical/dental expenses | $[________] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial ☐ Shared |
| Child care costs | $[________] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial ☐ Shared |
| Extraordinary educational expenses | $[________] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial ☐ Shared |
| Other: [____________] | $[________] | ☐ Custodial ☐ Non-Custodial ☐ Shared |
| TOTAL ADDITIONAL EXPENSES | $[________] |
5. TOTAL CHILD SUPPORT OBLIGATION
| Component | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic child support (tiered percentage calculation) | $[________] |
| Additional expenses allocated to non-custodial parent | $[________] |
| TOTAL MONTHLY CHILD SUPPORT | $[________] |
6. DEVIATIONS FROM FORMULA
☐ No deviation requested
☐ Deviation requested — Basis:
☐ The cost of health insurance for the child
☐ The cost of child care
☐ Any special educational or medical needs of the child
☐ The age of the child
☐ The responsibility of the non-custodial parent for children from another relationship
☐ The value of services contributed by either parent
☐ Any public assistance paid to support the child
☐ The cost of transportation for visitation
☐ The relative income of both parents
☐ Any other necessary expenses for the child's benefit
☐ Other: [________________________________]
Requested adjustment: $[________] per month (☐ increase / ☐ decrease)
Justification: [________________________________]
7. DURATION AND TERMINATION
Child support shall continue for each child until:
☐ The child reaches age 18
☐ The child reaches age 19 while attending high school
☐ The child is emancipated
☐ Other: [________________________________]
8. NEVADA-SPECIFIC NOTES
- Tiered Percentage Model: Nevada uses a tiered percentage system (effective Feb. 1, 2020) under NAC Chapter 425, applying different rates to different income brackets of the non-custodial parent's GMI.
- No Caps: The current tiered system has no presumptive maximum (the pre-2020 formula had caps).
- Non-Custodial Parent's Income Only: Like the flat percentage model, the tiered model is based on the non-custodial parent's gross monthly income. The custodial parent's income is not directly part of the formula but may be considered for deviations.
- Joint Physical Custody Adjustment: When both parents have joint physical custody, the court may adjust the formula to account for shared expenses.
- Modification: Either party may seek modification upon a material change in circumstances amounting to a 20% or more change in the calculated obligation.
- Income Withholding: Nevada requires income withholding for all child support orders.
VERIFICATION
I declare under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this worksheet is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Custodial Parent:
Signature: [________________________________]
Printed Name: [________________________________]
Date: [__/__/____]
Non-Custodial Parent:
Signature: [________________________________]
Printed Name: [________________________________]
Date: [__/__/____]
SOURCES AND REFERENCES
About This Template
Family law covers the paperwork that shapes divorce, custody, child support, adoption, guardianship, and other family matters. These filings are emotional and high-stakes, and they also have to meet strict procedural rules for service, financial disclosure, and parenting plans. Clean, accurate paperwork keeps the focus on getting a workable outcome for the family instead of getting derailed by technical problems that delay hearings or force amended filings.
Important Notice
This template is provided for informational purposes. It is not legal advice. We recommend having an attorney review any legal document before signing, especially for high-value or complex matters.
Last updated: April 2026