The calculator is intended to be used to estimate the amount of child support that the court may order on a case. The calculator is intended to be used to estimate the amount of child support the court may order on a case.See how parenting time affects the total. The following calculator provides an estimate of a potential alimony award in the State of Minnesota. To calculate the amount of support under Minnesota's current child support guidelines, you can use the state's official Child Support Guidelines Calculator. You can estimate the amount of child support that may be ordered on a case using the Child Support Guidelines Calculator. Unlike a child support order in Minnesota—which is based on a specific calculation—there is no formula for judges to use to setting alimony. The forms provided in this packet should only be used for court orders that were issued in the state of Minnesota. Courts may deviate from the guidelines under compelling circumstances. Child Support services are offered through Minnesota counties.