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📍 Texas (TX) Restricted Capped: lesser of $5,000/mo or 20% gross income
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Texas Alimony Law Overview

Texas has very restrictive spousal maintenance laws. To qualify, the marriage must have lasted at least 10 years AND the requesting spouse must be unable to earn minimum self-sustaining income, OR domestic violence must have occurred, OR the spouse has a disability. The amount is capped at the lesser of $5,000 per month or 20% of the paying spouse's average gross monthly income.

Formula & Calculation Approach

Hard cap: lesser of $5,000 per month or 20% of average gross monthly income. Maximum duration: 5 years for marriages of 10-20 years; 7 years for 20-30 year marriages; 10 years for 30+ year marriages.

Duration Rules in Texas

Maximum 5 years for 10-20 year marriages; 7 years for 20-30 years; 10 years for 30+ years. Exception: disability or domestic violence may result in longer awards.

Texas at a Glance

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Min Marriage10 yrs
Amount Cap$5000/mo
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Typical Texas Estimate Ranges

Low / Conservative
10%
of income difference
Average (AAML)
30%-20%
payor gross minus payee gross
High / State Max
20%
of income difference

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Next Steps in Texas

  • 📋 Document all income sources
  • 👴 Consult a Texas family law attorney
  • 🤝 Consider mediation to reduce costs
  • 📄 Gather 2-3 years of tax returns
⚠️ Disclaimer: These estimates are based on general formulas and Texas law guidelines. Actual alimony awards vary. Not legal advice.

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Texas courts apply state law uniformly across counties. Whether you are in Houston, San Antonio, or Dallas, the calculator above gives you a TX-specific estimate. Select your city below.

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Texas Alimony FAQ

You must meet strict eligibility: marriage of 10+ years AND inability to earn minimum self-sustaining income, OR domestic violence occurred within 2 years, OR you have a disability or are caring for a disabled child.
The lesser of $5,000 per month or 20% of the paying spouse's average gross monthly income.
Maximum: 5 years for 10-20 year marriages; 7 years for 20-30 years; 10 years for 30+ years.
Yes. Either party can request modification if circumstances change substantially.

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