[OH] What is disposable income when deciding child support?

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What is considered as “disposable income” in Hamilton County, Ohio when it comes to child support deductions from your paycheck?

November 1, 2025

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Disposable income is the portion of a parent's gross income remaining after legally required deductions are taken out.

These deductions typically include federal, state, and local taxes, and the employee's share of Social Security and Medicare.

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What is considered as “disposable income” in Hamilton County, Ohio when it comes to child support deductions from your paycheck?

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand that navigating child support calculations can be challenging. Can you please share if you are currently involved in a child support case or if you are seeking information for future reference?

Just got the Magistrate's decision on $1,302/month in child support.

Lexi, Chatbot

Are you the paying parent or the receiving parent in this situation?

Paying parent. But what is considered as “disposable income” in calculating that?

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the family lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with child support calculations.

Benjamin

Hello, my name is Benjamin, and I have been a licensed attorney for over 19 years. I look forward to assisting you with your question.

Did the court outline their decision regarding child support stating they used disposable income to calculate your support obligations?

Benjamin

Disposable income is the portion of a parent's gross income remaining after legally required deductions are taken out.

These deductions typically include federal, state, and local taxes, and the employee's share of Social Security and Medicare.

Ok, that’s what I thought. No, they just used my gross income to calculate it.

Benjamin

In Ohio law, child support obligations are based on the combined gross income of both biological parents, not the adjusted gross.

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