These living allowance amounts and minimum rates of child support are used in the child support formula assessment. They are updated every year.
Living allowances are based on benefit rates. There are 2 types:
- a standard rate for most people
- a separate rate for anyone who receives supported living payments.
Child age and related costs (child expenditure amounts) are on a different page.
Child’s age and related spending levels
1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025
| Part of formula to be updated | Updated rate |
|---|---|
| Living allowance | $28,612 |
| Living allowance if receiving supported living payments | $32,066 |
| Minimum rate of child support (each year) | $1,150 |
| Inflation factor | 4.7% |
1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024
| Part of formula to be updated | Updated rate |
|---|---|
| Living allowance | $26,606 |
| Living allowance if receiving supported living payments | $29,827 |
| Minimum rate of child support (each year) | $1,098 |
| Inflation factor | 7.2% |
1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023
| Part of formula to be updated | Updated rate |
|---|---|
| Living allowance | $24,452 |
| Living allowance if receiving supported living payments | $27,527 |
| Minimum rate of child support (each year) | $1,024 |
| Inflation factor | 5.9% |
Last updated:
17 Jul 2024