How is Income Support calculated?
Income Support is calculated by looking at your applicable amount. This term (‘applicable amount’) is used to define the level of income support paid to an individual or family. The calculation is based on your age, marital status and any children. Additional amounts can be added to the calculation for family members who are in ill health or who are disabled. Applicable amounts are set each year by the Government and it is the lowest amount that a person should be expected to live on.
