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VCOBX Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income Vanguard Core Bond Fund Admiral Shares (VCOBX) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with VCOBX's current 4.93% yield and 26.1% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 4.93%

Annual Dividend: $0.85 per share

Share Price: $17.28

VCOBX DRIP Calculator

Model VCOBX dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 26.1% per year

What If You Invested $1,000 in VCOBX 10 Years Ago?

A $1,000 investment in VCOBX on 2016-09-30 would be worth $1,179.29 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a total return of 17.9%.

Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus cash dividends) would be $1,154.02 (15.4% return). Reinvesting dividends added $25.27 in extra value.

Starting share price: $20.53 — Current share price: $17.28

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VCOBX's current dividend yield?

VCOBX (Vanguard Core Bond Fund Admiral Shares) currently has a dividend yield of 4.93%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $493 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much VCOBX do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from VCOBX at its current yield of 4.93%, you would need approximately $243,408 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does VCOBX pay monthly dividends?

Yes, VCOBX pays dividends monthly, making it popular with income investors who want regular cash flow.

Is VCOBX's dividend safe?

Payout ratio data is not available for VCOBX. Review the company's earnings and cash flow statements for a safety assessment.

What is VCOBX's dividend growth rate?

VCOBX's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 26.1% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

What would $1,000 invested in VCOBX 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in VCOBX on 2016-09-30 would be worth approximately $1,179.29 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a 17.9% total return. Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus accumulated cash dividends) would be $1,154.02 — meaning DRIP added $25.27 in extra value.

See full dividend history and analysis on the VCOBX dividend page.