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Oregon Alimony Calculator

Estimate spousal support (maintenance) amount and duration in Oregon. Updated for 2026.

Last reviewed July 2026 · Free · Nothing you enter is stored

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Educational estimate, not legal advice. Alimony in Oregon is discretionary — actual awards vary widely by judge and circumstances.
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How alimony works in Oregon

Oregon does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates.

Governing law: ORS 107.105(1)(d) — The court awards whichever of the three statutory categories is 'just and equitable' using per-category factor lists; no formula for amount or duration.

Frequently asked questions

How is alimony calculated in Oregon?

Oregon does not use a fixed statutory formula for alimony amounts. Judges weigh statutory factors — length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age and health, standard of living, and contributions to the marriage. Our calculator uses the AAML guideline formula (30% of payor's income minus 20% of recipient's) that attorneys commonly use for ballpark estimates. See ORS 107.105(1)(d).

How long does alimony last in Oregon?

Duration is generally tied to the length of the marriage. Short marriages (under ~5 years) typically produce short-term or no support; long marriages (20+ years) can produce long-term support. Oregon courts set duration case-by-case.

What types of alimony does Oregon recognize?

Oregon recognizes: transitional, compensatory, spousal maintenance. The court awards whichever of the three statutory categories is 'just and equitable' using per-category factor lists; no formula for amount or duration.

Is alimony taxable in Oregon?

For divorces finalized after 2018, federal law (TCJA) makes alimony non-deductible for the payer and non-taxable for the recipient. A few states differ for state income tax — confirm with a tax professional.

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