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How do they calculate child support in Massachusetts?

For each child with an amount in 2g: If the total child care cost paid by both parents (in the third row of 2g) ≤ $355, use the actual amounts in 2g for each parent. If the total child care cost paid by both parents > $355, use for each parent: 2g x ( $355 ÷ the total child care cost paid by both parents).

What is the maximum amount of child support in Massachusetts?

$400,000

Under the 2021 Guidelines, your child support obligation could increase to $1,498 per week based on two primary factors: (1.) the increase of the “cap” from $250,000 in combined income to $400,000 and (2.) the increased multiplier for a second child from 25% under the 2018 Guidelines to 40% under the 2021