For Obligors ("the payors") with a net monthly income of less than $7,500.00, the Texas Family Code Section 154.125 sets forth guidelines for the payment of child support. Generally, Texas courts favor keeping the monthly child support obligation within such guidelines. Nevertheless, the Family Code does provide for a variance from the guidelines (up or down) depending upon other factors. These factors include circumstances such as: whether the Obligor has an obligation to support other children; the age and needs of the child; other financial resources available to support the child; the ability of parents to contribute to the support of the child; and special or extraordinary educational, health care, or other expenses of the parties or the child. This is not an exhaustive list. You should consult a competent attorney to further discover the possibilities of a variance from the guidelines in your situation.