Child support in Mississippi is calculated using state guidelines that consider both parents’ monthly gross incomes, the number of children, and certain deductions. The guidelines include tables that translate combined income and custody arrangements into a base support amount. Additional factors such as health insurance premiums, childcare costs, and documented extraordinary expenses may be added or shared between parents. Preparing complete financial records helps estimate a likely support amount and provides the court the evidence needed to apply the guidelines fairly in Saint Martin. When parties disagree or unique circumstances exist, the court may deviate from the guideline amount if justified by clear evidence. Deviations require documentation and persuasive reasoning tied to the child’s best interests. Housley Law assists clients in calculating guideline amounts, compiling supporting evidence, and explaining how custody schedules and special expenses influence the final order under Mississippi law.