Tennessee Alimony Calculator
Estimate spousal support (alimony) in Tennessee. Understand the types of alimony available, how courts calculate amounts, and how long payments may last. Updated for 2026.
Tennessee does not use a fixed formula to calculate alimony. Instead, judges have broad discretion to award spousal support based on multiple statutory factors. This means outcomes can vary significantly depending on the judge and the specific circumstances.
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Get Started with Divorce.aiTypes of Alimony in Tennessee
Rehabilitative Alimony
Awarded to enable the economically disadvantaged spouse to obtain education, training, or experience to achieve an earning capacity comparable to the standard of living during the marriage. T.C.A. § 36-5-121(d)(2).
Alimony in Futuro (Periodic Alimony)
Long-term or permanent periodic support awarded when rehabilitation is not feasible or only partial rehabilitation is possible. May be awarded in addition to rehabilitative alimony. T.C.A. § 36-5-121(d)(3).
Transitional Alimony
Short-term support to help the disadvantaged spouse adjust to the economic consequences of divorce when rehabilitation is not necessary. T.C.A. § 36-5-121(d)(4).
Alimony in Solido (Lump Sum Alimony)
A fixed total amount of support, determined at the time of divorce, typically paid in installments over a specific period. Not modifiable. T.C.A. § 36-5-121(d)(5).
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Factors Tennessee Courts Consider
When determining whether to award alimony and how much, Tennessee courts evaluate:
Relative earning capacity, obligations, needs, and financial resources of each party
Relative education and training of each party and the necessity of further education
Duration of the marriage
Age and physical and mental condition of each party
Extent to which it would be undesirable for a custodial parent to seek outside employment
Separate assets of each party
Provisions made for division of marital property
Standard of living established during the marriage
Extent each party has made tangible and intangible contributions to the marriage
Relative fault of the parties (if applicable)
Tax consequences to each party
Such other factors the court deems just and equitable
How Long Does Alimony Last?
While there is no universal rule, alimony duration in Tennessee generally correlates with the length of the marriage:
| Marriage Length | Typical Alimony Duration |
|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 0-2 years |
| 5-10 years | 2-5 years |
| 10-20 years | 5-10 years |
| 20+ years | Indefinite / Permanent |
These are general guidelines. Actual duration depends on the specific facts of your case and the court's discretion.
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When Does Alimony End?
Tax Implications of Alimony
Post-2018 Federal Tax Rules
For divorces finalized after December 31, 2018, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changed the tax treatment of alimony:
For the Payer
Alimony payments are not deductible from federal taxes.
For the Recipient
Alimony payments are not taxable income for federal taxes.
State tax treatment may differ. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.