Nevada uses tiered percentages of gross monthly income under NAC chapter 425, with the 2026 Administrative Office of the Courts low-income schedule applying to lower earners. Joint custody arrangements receive a separate offset calculation under NAC 425.115 rather than a straight percentage reduction.
Key facts
| Model | Tiered percentage of gross monthly income — NAC ch. 425 |
|---|---|
| Low-income schedule | 2026 AOC schedule |
| Joint custody | Offset per NAC 425.115 |
Official source: https://nvcourts.gov/__data/assets/pdf_file/0024/49722/2026_Low_Income_Child_Support_Guidelines.pdf
Custody arrangements covered
- Standard custody — tiered percentage applies
- Joint custody — offset per NAC 425.115
Frequently asked questions
What regulation governs Nevada child support?
NAC chapter 425, which sets tiered percentages of gross monthly income.
Does Nevada have a low-income schedule?
Yes — the 2026 Administrative Office of the Courts low-income schedule applies to qualifying lower earners.
How does Nevada calculate joint custody?
Through a dedicated offset under NAC 425.115, rather than a simple percentage reduction.
Is the Nevada result a final order?
No — it’s a presumptive estimate under the regulation, not legal advice.
Update history
- — Fixed a bug where the joint-custody monthly income field could be multiplied by the wrong pay frequency, understating income by up to 12×.
- — Nevada went live under NAC ch. 425, using tiered percentages of gross monthly income, the 2026 AOC low-income schedule, and the joint-custody offset.