VYM Dividend Calculator
Calculate how much dividend income Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with VYM's current 2.27% yield and 2.5% dividend growth rate.
Dividend Yield: 2.27%
Annual Dividend: $3.63 per share
Share Price: $160.16
VYM DRIP Calculator
Model VYM 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): 2.5% per year
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is VYM's current dividend yield?
- VYM (Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF) currently has a dividend yield of 2.27%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $227 per year in dividend income before taxes.
- How much VYM do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?
- To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from VYM at its current yield of 2.27%, you would need approximately $528,634 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.
- Does VYM pay monthly dividends?
- No, VYM pays dividends quarterly (4 times per year). You can build monthly income by combining it with other stocks that pay in different months.
- Is VYM's dividend safe?
- Payout ratio data is not available for VYM. Review the company's earnings and cash flow statements for a safety assessment.
- What is VYM's dividend growth rate?
- VYM's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 2.5% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.
See full dividend history and analysis on the VYM dividend page.