Rhode Island’s child support guidelines combine Family Court Administrative Orders 2023-02 and 87-02, effective July 1, 2023, using a 774-row schedule this calculator reproduces to the cent against the orders’ own guideline exhibits. Above $40,000 in combined monthly income, a separate High Wage Earner method takes over from the printed schedule, and a $50 minimum order applies below it.
Key facts
| Model | Income shares — Administrative Orders 2023-02 + 87-02 (eff. 2023-07-01) |
|---|---|
| Schedule | 774-row table |
| Above-schedule method | High Wage Earner method, above $40,000/month |
| Minimum order | $50/month |
Official source: https://ocss.ri.gov/attorney-info/child-support-guidelines
Custody arrangements covered
- Standard schedule up to $40,000/month combined income
- High Wage Earner method above $40,000/month
Frequently asked questions
What orders govern Rhode Island child support?
Family Court Administrative Orders 2023-02 and 87-02, effective July 1, 2023.
What happens above Rhode Island’s schedule?
A separate High Wage Earner method applies once combined income exceeds $40,000/month.
Is there a minimum order in Rhode Island?
Yes — $50/month.
How accurate is this Rhode Island calculator?
It reproduces the orders’ own guideline exhibits to the cent.
Update history
- — Rhode Island went live under Administrative Orders 2023-02 and 87-02, with the full 774-row schedule, the High Wage Earner method above $40,000/month combined income, and a $50 minimum order. Reproduces the order's own guideline exhibits to the cent.
This is an estimate, not a court order or legal advice.
It applies Rhode Island’s published child support guidelines to numbers you enter, for informational
purposes only. A judge may deviate from the guideline amount. Using this calculator does not create an
attorney-client relationship. For advice about your situation, consult a family law attorney.