Estimate Georgia child support under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024) — Income Shares model, current caps and percentages, with a step-by-step worked example.
| Guideline model | Income Shares |
|---|---|
| Income basis | Gross (pre-tax) income |
| How it works | Both parents’ incomes are combined, a basic obligation is taken from the state’s official schedule, and each parent pays in proportion to their share of combined income. |
| Caps & limits | BCSO table (SB 454, effective July 1, 2024) covers combined monthly adjusted gross income $800-$40,000 (top raised from $30,000); the mandatory parenting-time and low-income adjustments effective Jan. 1, 2026 are separate worksheet steps this tool does not model |
| Statute / rule | O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024) |
| Parameters verified | 2026-07 |
Result: $1,077 per month
Georgia uses the income shares model under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024): both parents’ incomes are combined, a basic obligation is determined, and each parent is responsible for their proportional share. Both parents’ incomes are combined, a basic obligation is taken from the state’s official schedule, and each parent pays in proportion to their share of combined income.
Georgia calculates support on gross (pre-tax) income as defined in O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024). BCSO table (SB 454, effective July 1, 2024) covers combined monthly adjusted gross income $800-$40,000 (top raised from $30,000); the mandatory parenting-time and low-income adjustments effective Jan. 1, 2026 are separate worksheet steps this tool does not model.
Yes. The guideline amount under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024) is presumptive, not absolute - courts may deviate with written findings for factors like extraordinary medical or educational needs, other children supported, or very high income beyond the guideline range.
Apply through the Georgia child support agency or the family court in your county. Existing orders can be modified on a substantial change in circumstances - typically a significant income change, job loss, or a change in custody. The official calculator/worksheet is linked on this page (csconlinecalc.georgiacourts.gov).
Estimate only — not legal advice. Based on Georgia guidelines (O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15 (BCSO table as amended by SB 454, eff. Jul. 1, 2024)), last verified 2026-07. Courts may deviate. For an official figure use the official Georgia calculator.