Divorce Financial Calculator

Estimate divorce costs, alimony, child support, and asset division

Income

Combined: $150,000/yr

Marriage Details

Assets & Process

Estimated Total Divorce Cost

$21,450

Low Estimate

$15,015

High Estimate

$30,030

Timeline

5–10 mo

Divorce Type

mediated

Property Division

50/50 Split

Alimony

$1,000/mo

Child Support

$708/mo

Cost Breakdown

Total Cost$21,450
Legal Fees46.6%
Filing Fees2.1%
Custody23.3%
Child Support Legal11.7%
Real Estate9.3%
QDRO Fees7.0%

Divorce Costs Detail

Legal / Attorney Fees$10,000
Court Filing Fees$450
Custody Evaluation$5,000
Child Support Legal Fees$2,500
Real Estate Appraisal & Title$2,000
QDRO (Retirement Division)$1,500
Total Estimated Cost$21,450

Alimony (Spousal Support)

Monthly

$1,000

Annual

$12,000

Duration

8.3 yrs

Total Estimate

$100,000

Based on 10-year marriage with $50,000 income difference. Actual amount varies by state laws and judge discretion.

Child Support Estimate

Monthly

$708

Annual

$8,500

Years Remaining

18

Total Estimate

$153,000

Base Support (9% of income)$708
Children1
Custodyshared

Asset Division

Community Property State — 50/50 Split

Total Assets

$650,000

Total Debts

$50,000

Net Estate

$600,000

Spouse 1: $300,000Spouse 2: $300,000

Post-Divorce Monthly Budget

Spouse 1

Gross Income$8,333
Alimony-$1,000
Child Support-$708
Net Monthly$6,625
Asset Share$300,000

Spouse 2

Gross Income$4,167
Alimony+$1,000
Child Support+$708
Net Monthly$5,875
Asset Share$300,000
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Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides rough estimates for educational purposes only. Actual divorce costs, alimony, child support, and asset division vary significantly based on state laws, individual circumstances, judge discretion, and attorney negotiations. Always consult a licensed family law attorney in your state.

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