Arizona Alimony Calculator
Estimate spousal support (maintenance) amount and duration in Arizona. Updated for 2026.
Last reviewed July 2026 · Free · Nothing you enter is stored
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How alimony works in Arizona
Arizona caps spousal maintenance by statute: the lesser of $0 per month or 0% of the paying spouse's income.
Governing law: A.R.S. § 25-319; Ariz. Spousal Maintenance Guidelines (rev. eff. Sept 1, 2025) — Arizona adopted binding statewide guidelines with an official calculator (2023, revised 2025) that uses both incomes, family size, and spending-plan data to produce a low/mid/high range — use the official tool for the precise figure.
Frequently asked questions
How is alimony calculated in Arizona?
Arizona caps spousal maintenance by statute: the lesser of $0 per month or 0% of the paying spouse's income. See A.R.S. § 25-319; Ariz. Spousal Maintenance Guidelines (rev. eff. Sept 1, 2025).
How long does alimony last in Arizona?
Guideline duration ranges are tied to marriage length and aimed at self-sufficiency; the 2025 revision allows up to 12 years or half the marriage length for marriages over 16 years. Indefinite awards are disfavored.
What types of alimony does Arizona recognize?
Arizona recognizes: temporary, fixed-term guideline maintenance, indefinite (rare). Arizona adopted binding statewide guidelines with an official calculator (2023, revised 2025) that uses both incomes, family size, and spending-plan data to produce a low/mid/high range — use the official tool for the precise figure.
Is alimony taxable in Arizona?
For divorces finalized after 2018, federal law (TCJA) makes alimony non-deductible for the payer and non-taxable for the recipient. A few states differ for state income tax — confirm with a tax professional.
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