Arizona Spousal Maintenance Calculator
Evaluate eligibility, guideline amount, and suggested duration using the 2023 Arizona Spousal Maintenance Framework.
Check Eligibility & Target Range
Complete the eligibility checklist and provide basic income and expense information to estimate a guideline range. The tool mirrors the official two-gate analysis from the Arizona Supreme Court guidelines.
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Arizona Spousal Maintenance Projection
A.R.S. § 25-319 • 2023 Arizona Spousal Maintenance Guidelines
Eligibility not met
Arizona requires the requesting spouse to satisfy at least one factor in A.R.S. § 25-319(A). No calculation is available when eligibility is not established.
Guideline Notes
- • Gate 1 eligibility derives from A.R.S. § 25-319(A); the calculator assumes you already satisfied those factors.
- • The amount shown is a target range. Courts can deviate after considering rehabilitation plans, health, property distribution, and other statutory factors.
- • Duration tiers follow the 2023 Arizona Spousal Maintenance Guidelines. The “Rule of 65” and disability may justify longer terms.
This projection is informational only. Confirm results with the Arizona Superior Court’s official spousal maintenance calculator or seek legal advice before filing.
Arizona Maintenance Framework
Arizona adopts a two-gate system: first, eligibility under A.R.S. § 25-319(A); second, a guideline calculation referencing the 2023 statewide maintenance worksheets. The guideline range serves as a benchmark, subject to judicial discretion and detailed findings.
Gate 1: Eligibility
- Lack of sufficient property to meet reasonable needs.
- Limited earning ability or full-time care responsibilities for a child.
- Long-duration marriage, career sacrifices, or Rule of 65 factors.
Gate 2: Calculation
- Determine combined household expenses including mortgage principal.
- Allocate expenses by income share.
- Remaining shortfall forms the target maintenance range.
How the Range Is Generated
- Confirm eligibility. Validate at least one factor under A.R.S. § 25-319(A).
- Gather income & expense data. Annual income, fixed expenses, and mortgage principal drive the household budget.
- Compute combined household expenses. The guidelines aggregate fixed and indivisible costs.
- Allocate by income. The recipient’s income share is deducted to identify the shortfall.
- Apply duration tiers. Marriage length controls the maximum duration, subject to Rule of 65 or disability extensions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I qualify for spousal maintenance in Arizona?
Eligibility requires satisfying at least one factor in A.R.S. § 25-319(A). The calculator begins with a checklist—if none apply, there is no authority to award maintenance.
What data points influence the maintenance amount?
The guidelines look at each spouse’s income, fixed expenses, mortgage principal, and family size to allocate a target range covering unmet needs.
How is the duration determined?
Duration tiers depend on the marriage length. Long-term marriages and “Rule of 65” scenarios may extend the term, while short marriages are capped at shorter maximums.
Is the computed amount guaranteed?
No. Courts retain discretion. The range is a suggested starting point and can be adjusted for rehabilitation plans, health, property division, and other statutory factors.
Plan for Negotiation or Mediation
Share the projected range with your attorney, mediator, or financial planner. Courts can deviate—use this as a starting point, not a guarantee.
Recalculate MaintenanceThis estimate is informational. Consult the official Arizona Superior Court maintenance calculator or certified counsel before filing pleadings. Duration and amounts may change based on judicial findings.