Divorce · Financial guide

How much does divorce cost?

Quick answer

The average U.S.

$15K-$30KLegal fees (ABA)
$102,0005-year total impact (Fed Reserve)
$47,000Housing decision impact (NAR)
$5,244/yrCOBRA vs marketplace gap (BLS)

The full picture

The average U.S. divorce costs $15,000-$30,000 in legal fees alone (ABA, 2024). Total financial impact including housing, retirement division, insurance changes, and lifestyle adjustment averages $102,000 over five years according to Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances data.

Mediation costs $5,000-$7,500 vs. $25,000-$50,000+ for litigation. The housing decision alone creates a median $47,000 difference in net worth over five years (NAR).

COBRA insurance adds $717/month vs. $280/month for marketplace alternatives — a $5,244/year difference. The PivotReset Decision Support Engine models each of these scenarios with your actual numbers..

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