Updated for July 2023 reform

Florida Alimony Estimator

Florida eliminated permanent alimony on July 1, 2023 (Chapter 2023-300). Most calculators online still show the old rules. This one doesn't. Enter three numbers — get a realistic estimate.

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2023 Alimony Reform

Permanent alimony is gone. Durational alimony is now capped at 50% of the marriage length for marriages under 20 years. The burden of proof shifted to the spouse seeking alimony. See FL Statute 61.08 and Chapter 2023-300.

This estimate is based on the information you provided and general Florida guidelines. Actual court orders may differ. This is not legal advice.

Length of marriage

years

040+ years

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Higher-earning spouse gross monthly income

$ /mo

$0$25k+

Lower-earning spouse gross monthly income

$ /mo

$0$25k+ (or 0 if not working)

Can the lower-earning spouse support themselves?

Standard of living during the marriage

Est. monthly alimony

$1,375/mo

Durational alimony

Estimated monthly alimony

$1,375/mo

Durational alimony

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FL Statute 61.08 · Ch. 2023-300 · Estimate only

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How Florida alimony works now

Under 3 years

Presumption against alimony. Courts rarely award it. Bridge-the-gap (up to 2 years) is the exception.

3 – 10 years

Short-term marriage. Rehabilitative or durational alimony most common. Duration capped at 50% of marriage length.

10 – 17 years

Moderate-term marriage. Durational alimony likely if there's a significant income gap. Cap still applies.

17+ years

Long-term marriage. Presumption in favor of alimony. Durational alimony up to 100% of marriage length for 20+ year marriages.

The three types of alimony in Florida today

Bridge-the-gap

Short-term (max 2 years). Helps the recipient transition to single life — cover immediate needs while they get on their feet.

Rehabilitative

Supports a spouse while they gain education or job skills. Requires a specific rehabilitative plan — no open-ended payments.

Durational

The most common type after 2023. Capped at 50% of the marriage length (for under 20 years). Ends automatically on recipient's remarriage.

Note: Permanent alimony was eliminated July 1, 2023. Existing permanent alimony orders are not automatically changed, but can be modified.

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