Kentucky Alimony Calculator
Estimate spousal support (maintenance) amount and duration in Kentucky. Updated for 2026.
Last reviewed July 2026 · Free · Nothing you enter is stored
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Educational estimate, not legal advice. Alimony in Kentucky is discretionary — actual awards vary widely by judge and circumstances.
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How alimony works in Kentucky
Kentucky does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates.
Governing law: KRS 403.200 — Two-step statute: threshold showing of insufficient property and inability to self-support, then amount and duration 'as the court deems just' under six factors with no formula.
Frequently asked questions
How is alimony calculated in Kentucky?
Kentucky does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates. See KRS 403.200.
How long does alimony last in Kentucky?
Duration is generally tied to the length of the marriage. Short marriages (under ~5 years) typically produce short-term or no support; long marriages (20+ years) can produce long-term support. Kentucky courts set duration case-by-case.
What types of alimony does Kentucky recognize?
Kentucky recognizes: temporary, rehabilitative, permanent (rare). Two-step statute: threshold showing of insufficient property and inability to self-support, then amount and duration 'as the court deems just' under six factors with no formula.
Is alimony taxable in Kentucky?
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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