Wage Garnishment Calculator

Wage Garnishment Calculator calculator can be used to determine the amount of wages that can be garnished from an employee's paycheck based on federal and state laws.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Garnished Amount = Minimum of (30% of Gross Monthly Income or 15% of Gross Monthly Income minus Other Monthly Garnishments)

Where:
Gross Monthly Income - The total monthly income before taxes and deductions.
Support Obligations - Court-ordered child support or alimony payments.
Other Monthly Garnishments - Other legally permissible deductions from wages.

Wage Garnishment Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Wage Garnishment Calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter your gross monthly income in the "Gross Monthly Income" field.
  2. Enter your monthly support obligations (child support or alimony) in the "Monthly Support Obligations" field.
  3. Enter any other monthly garnishments in the "Other Monthly Garnishments" field. If there are no other garnishments, leave this field at 0.
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to determine the garnished amount.

Understanding the Formula

The calculator uses the following formula to determine the garnished amount:

Garnished Amount = Minimum of (30% of Gross Monthly Income or 15% of Gross Monthly Income minus Other Monthly Garnishments)

This formula ensures that the garnished amount does not exceed 30% of the employee's gross monthly income or 15% of the gross monthly income minus other monthly garnishments, whichever is lower.

Important Notes

Wage garnishment laws can vary by state and jurisdiction. This calculator provides a general estimate and should not be used as a substitute for legal advice. Always consult with a legal professional for specific garnishment calculations and compliance with local laws.