Nevada Child Support Calculator

Nevada uses the percentage of income model. Nevada uses a percentage of gross income model under NRS § 125B.070. The non-custodial parent's gross monthly income is multiplied by set percentages: 18% for one child, 25% for two children, 29% for three children, 31% for four children, and an additional 2% for each additional child. For gross monthly income between $0 and $6,000, the percentages are slightly adjusted (16% for one child, 22% for two, 26% for three). Presumptive maximum amounts apply for high-income earners per NRS § 125B.080. Courts may deviate from guidelines based on factors in NRS § 125B.080 including the cost of health insurance, child care expenses, special educational needs, and the age of the child.

Gross income from all sources is typically used, including wages, salary, bonuses, commissions, self-employment income, rental income, investment income, Social Security benefits, unemployment benefits, and disability benefits. Courts may also impute income if a parent is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed.

Child support in Nevada generally continues until the child turns 18, or through high school graduation if the child is still in school. Some orders extend to age 19 or 21 depending on the state and circumstances (college support, special needs).

Yes, child support orders in Nevada can be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances. Common reasons include significant income changes (job loss, promotion), changes in custody arrangement, changes in the child's needs, or changes in healthcare costs.

Nevada has enforcement mechanisms including wage garnishment, tax refund interception, license suspension (driver's and professional), bank account levies, contempt of court charges, and reporting to credit bureaus. Failure to pay can result in fines and jail time.