Reviewed for current 2026 law
North Dakota Child Support Arrears Calculator 2026
Estimate a current-rate balance while keeping historical annual rate changes and installment dates visible.
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Estimated arrears with interest: $5,500.00
Interest of $500.00 at 10% simple per year (N.D.C.C. §§ 14-09-25, 28-20-34).
| Line item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Arrears principalInterest Rate on Judgments (North Dakota Court System) | $5,000.00 |
| Simple interest at 10% per year for 12 month(s) (N.D.C.C. §§ 14-09-25, 28-20-34)The official 2026 judgment rate is 10%. Historical arrears can span different annual judgment rates, so this current-rate estimate is not a payoff ledger.Interest Rate on Judgments (North Dakota Court System) | $500.00 |
| Arrears principal plus interestInterest Rate on Judgments (North Dakota Court System) | $5,500.00 |
Assumptions
- Accrual period expressed as 12 month(s); partial months prorate.
Estimate only. The court or state agency calculation controls.
North Dakota arrears interest under N.D.C.C. §§ 14-09-25, 28-20-34; rules last reviewed 2026-08-09.
The official 2026 judgment rate is 10 percent
North Dakota Courts publishes a 10.00 percent judgment rate for calendar year 2026.
Child-support judgments bear interest, but historical balances may cross calendar years with different published rates.
This simple current-rate estimate is not a substitute for an installment-by-installment agency ledger.
Use this for a current-rate scenario, not a payoff quote
Enter principal and elapsed months for a simple 2026-rate illustration.
For older debt, apply each historical rate to the periods it governed and confirm every payment and due date.
What this estimate includes
- Principal
- 10% simple annual interest
- Estimated total
What it leaves out
- Historical rate segments
- Staggered installments
- Official payoff ledger
North Dakota arrears calculator FAQs
What is the North Dakota judgment rate in 2026?
The North Dakota Courts official schedule lists 10.00 percent for 2026.
Is the rate always 10 percent?
No. The published judgment rate changes by calendar year, so older arrears may require other rates.
Is interest compounded?
This tool shows simple interest and does not compound accrued interest.
When does each amount accrue?
Support installments become judgments when due; a precise ledger tracks each due date separately.
Does this include payments?
No. Subtract and date payments through the official account history.
Where can I confirm the balance?
Use North Dakota Child Support or the court record for an official ledger.
Official sources
Official sources last verified: .
- Interest Rate on Judgments
North Dakota Court System Last checked
- Child Support Enforcement and Interest Charges
North Dakota Health and Human Services Last checked
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