Worksheets to calculate guideline amounts of maintenance and child support. Optional tools to help with calculations are below.This page will help you calculate the figures a New York judge would consider in determining how much should be paid in maintenance and child support. Couples and the courts can use NYS spousal maintenance calculators to decide on the amount to be paid. Basic Calculation: DETERMINE WHICH FORMULA APPLIES BY CHECKING THE BOXES BELOW: QUESTION A: Will child support be paid for childrenof the marriage? New York uses a formula as a guideline for setting alimony payments, but courts can exercise considerable discretion in ordering alimony. Specific factors are determined in calculating spousal support in New York including income of both parties and the duration of marriage. The Calculator is organized like a fill-in form with lines and columns. New York courts use standardized guidelines to arrive at a suggested amount of spousal maintenance. Judges can deviate from the amount when appropriate.