Blog: Child Support

Illinois Child Support Guidelines: What Parents Need to Know

Feb 7, 2024

Understanding How Child Support is Calculated in Illinois Income Shares Model Illinois uses the Income Shares Model to calculate child support. This model considers the income of both parents and aims to allocate a proportionate share of the child’s financial needs. The calculation is based on the combined net income of both parents and the number of children requiring support. Determining Net Income Net income is calculated by subtracting specific deductions from gross income,...