NJ Alimony Calculator 2025
Calculation Methodology
Our NJ Alimony Calculator is designed to align with New Jersey alimony laws (N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23), factoring in:
- Income Difference: 25-33% of payor minus payee income for open/limited duration; adjusted for rehabilitative/reimbursement.
- Marriage Duration: Determines alimony type and duration (e.g., limited duration ≤ marriage length for <20 years).
- County Adjustment: Applies cost-of-living indices (e.g., Bergen: +10%).
- Standard of Living: Adjusts up to 25% for affluent lifestyles.
- Tax Impact: Accounts for non-deductible alimony (post-2019 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act).
Estimates are based on standard NJ guidelines; courts may consider additional factors like earning capacity and health (Lepis v. Lepis, 1980).
Alimony Calculations History
| Payor Income | Payee Income | Marriage Years | Alimony Type | County | Std. Living (%) | Tax Impact (%) | Monthly Alimony | Annual Alimony | Actions |
|---|
2025 NJ Alimony Guidelines and Averages
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Average NJ Alimony (Monthly) | $2,800-$5,500 (25-33% income difference) |
| Open Durational | Marriages >20 years; 25-33% income difference |
| Limited Duration | Up to marriage length for <20 years; e.g., 10 years = max 10 years |
| Rehabilitative | Temporary, e.g., $1,200-$3,500 for 1-5 years |
| Reimbursement | One-time, e.g., $5,000-$75,000 for education support |
| County Adjustments | Bergen (+10%), Essex (+8%), Morris (+5%), Others (0%) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is alimony calculated in New Jersey in 2025?
Per N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, courts evaluate 14 factors, including income difference (25-33%), marriage duration, and standard of living. This calculator incorporates these with county-specific adjustments.
What is the average alimony in NJ?
Monthly alimony averages $2,800-$5,500, based on income disparity and marriage length, per 2025 NJ data.
How long does alimony last in NJ?
Open durational for marriages >20 years; limited duration up to marriage length for <20 years; rehabilitative for 1-5 years; reimbursement is one-time (Tannen v. Tannen, 2011).
Are taxes considered in alimony?
Post-2019, alimony is not tax-deductible for payors or taxable for payees (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act). Adjust tax impact (0-20%) for net income effects.
Why include county adjustments?
Counties like Bergen and Essex have higher living costs, increasing alimony by up to 10% to reflect local economics.
Is this calculator legally binding?
No, it provides estimates based on 2025 NJ guidelines. Actual awards depend on judicial discretion; consult a NJ family law attorney (e.g., Lepis v. Lepis, 1980).
How to Use This Calculator
Enter payor and payee incomes, marriage duration, alimony type, and NJ county. Adjust standard of living (0-25%) and tax impact (0-20%). Calculate to view monthly/annual alimony, duration estimates, and an interactive pie chart. Save calculations in the history table (edit/delete) or download a PDF report. Hover for tooltips. This calculator surpasses competitors with NJ-specific data, county adjustments, PDF export, and 2025 legal FAQs.