Pennsylvania Alimony Calculator
Calculate spousal support, APL, and alimony under PA law
Covers all three types of Pennsylvania spousal payments
Covers all three types of Pennsylvania spousal payments
Types of Spousal Payments in Pennsylvania
Spousal Support
Paid during marriage after separation but before divorce filing. Uses a formula: 40% of the difference between net incomes (33% if child support is also paid).
Alimony Pendente Lite (APL)
Paid during the divorce proceedings. Uses the same formula as spousal support. Ensures financial stability during litigation.
Alimony
Awarded as part of the final divorce decree. No statutory formula - courts have discretion based on 17 factors listed in the statute.
Pennsylvania Support Formulas
Spousal Support & APL Formula
Pennsylvania uses a straightforward formula for spousal support and APL:
Without Child Support: 40% of (Payor's Net - Payee's Net)
With Child Support: 33% of (Payor's Net - Payee's Net)
With Child Support: 33% of (Payor's Net - Payee's Net)
Example: If the higher-earning spouse has net income of $8,000/month and the lower-earning spouse has $3,000/month, and no child support is involved:
Support = 40% x ($8,000 - $3,000) = 40% x $5,000 = $2,000/month
Support = 40% x ($8,000 - $3,000) = 40% x $5,000 = $2,000/month
Pennsylvania-Specific Rules
- PA has three types of support: Spousal Support, APL, and Alimony
- Spousal support and APL use a statutory formula (40% or 33%)
- Final alimony has no formula - courts use 17 statutory factors
- Cohabitation can affect alimony awards
- Alimony is taxable to recipient and deductible for payer (for pre-2019 divorces)
- Marital misconduct is one of 17 factors but rarely determinative
Key Factors for Final Alimony in PA
Pennsylvania courts consider 17 statutory factors when determining final alimony. Here are some of the most important:
Relative Earnings
The earnings and earning capacities of both parties are the primary consideration in determining alimony.
Duration of Marriage
Longer marriages generally result in longer alimony duration. Short marriages may not qualify for alimony.
Age and Health
Physical, mental, and emotional conditions of both parties affect earning capacity and need for support.
Sources of Income
All income sources are considered, including investments, retirement benefits, and potential future earnings.
Contributions to Marriage
Services as a homemaker, supporting spouse's education or career, and sacrificing own career opportunities.
Marital Misconduct
Pennsylvania may consider fault, though it's not the primary factor in modern alimony determinations.
Calculate Your Pennsylvania Support
Use our free calculator to estimate spousal support, APL, or alimony under Pennsylvania law. Splitifi can help you understand your rights and prepare for negotiations.