Washington Child Support Guidelines (2026 Updates)
A combined monthly net income of $8,500 falls into a specific bracket of the Washington State Child Support Schedule. In Washington, this figure is used as the baseline to determine the support obligation for 2 children.
Breakdown of the $8,500 Calculation
The mathematical directive for parents earning $8,500 is a $1,988 basic support obligation for 2 children. This is derived from economic studies of household spending in Washington State.
Standard Mid-Income Calculation
Your $8,500 income falls within the standard economic schedule. This means the $1,988 figure is the presumptive legal standard.
Presumptive Amount
$1,988
Schedule Bracket
Standard Limit
The SSR and Low-Income Safeguards
The approximately $2,394 SSR is a mandatory consideration. If the $1,988 from your $8,500 results in the payor having less than approximately $2,394, a Low-Income Deviation is typically applied in Washington.
Calculation Summary & Requirements
The 2026 schedule provides structure for families earning $8,500. By setting a $1,988 base for 2 children, the state aims for a predictable financial future for children in Washington State.
Accuracy & Legal Status
The 2026 Washington State Child Support Table data for $8,500 income is provided for convenience. While the $1,988 figure is accurate to the schedule, results in Washington depend on case-specific variables.
Last Updated: April 9, 2026