VOOG Dividend Yield 2026: Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares

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Data last updated: Oct 14, 2026

Dividend Yield: 0.45%

Dividend Frequency: quarterly

Years of Dividend History: 17

About Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares Dividend

The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF dividend reflects the fund's focus on U.S. large-cap growth stocks drawn from the S&P 500 Growth Index. VOOG currently yields 0.44%, with a trailing annual dividend rate of $0.3743 per share paid quarterly. The next ex-dividend date is June 24, 2026. With a beta of 1.179, this fund carries above-average price volatility, making it a better fit for investors prioritizing capital appreciation over income.

Dividend Safety

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF pays out dividends as a pass-through of income generated by its underlying holdings, with a payout ratio classified as not applicable (fund/ETF). Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF dividend safety is structurally tied to the income produced by its S&P 500 Growth Index constituents, not to a single company's earnings. The fund's beta of 1.179 means its share price moves more than the broader market, which can affect the total value of income received relative to capital invested.

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG) Dividend Growth Rate, CAGR, and History

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF dividend history shows a CAGR of 6.0% per year from 2011 to 2025. Per-share payments grew from $0.1606 to $0.3625 over that window (2026 is a partial year and excluded from the growth calculation). The largest annual increase in the window was 54.7% in 2023, though the history also contains at least one year-over-year decline exceeding 5%, so growth has not been linear.

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR)

Period	CAGR	From	To
3-Year	+3.4%	$0.33 (2022)	$0.36 (2025)
5-Year	+1.4%	$0.34 (2020)	$0.36 (2025)
10-Year	+3.0%	$0.27 (2015)	$0.36 (2025)

Is Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares a Good Dividend Stock?

VOOG fits investors whose primary goal is capital growth, not income. The yield is low (below 2%), currently at 0.44%, which sits just above its 5-year average of 0.42%. That narrow gap means the fund has not meaningfully shifted toward income generation over time. Growth in the dividend has averaged 6.0% per year since 2011, but the history includes declines, so income is not predictable year to year. An investor in VOOG gets exposure to U.S. large-cap growth companies with a modest dividend on the side. The trade-off is clear: income is thin and variable, while price swings are above average.

Recent Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares Dividend Payments

Payment Date	Amount per Share
2026-09-23	$0.1050
2026-06-24	$0.0881
2026-03-24	$0.0969
2025-12-22	$0.0970
2025-09-24	$0.0923
2025-06-26	$0.0820
2025-03-25	$0.0912
2024-12-23	$0.0889
2024-09-27	$0.0868
2024-06-28	$0.0721

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares Annual Dividend History

Year	Total Dividends
2026	$0.2900
2025	$0.3625
2024	$0.2980
2023	$0.5074
2022	$0.3280

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does VOOG pay dividends?

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG) pays dividends quarterly — 4 times per year.

Does VOOG pay monthly dividends?

No — Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG) pays quarterly, not monthly.

What is VOOG's dividend yield?

Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG) currently yields 0.45% based on the annual dividend rate and today's share price.

Has Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF ever cut its dividend?

The available history contains at least one year-over-year decline exceeding 5%. For example, the 2020 annual payment of $0.3384 fell from $0.3658 in 2019. The data window covers 2011 to 2025 and does not represent the fund's complete history.

How fast has Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF grown its dividend?

VOOG has grown its dividend at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0% per year from 2011 to 2025. Per-share payments rose from $0.1606 to $0.3625 over that period, though growth was not linear and included down years.

Is Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF a good dividend stock for income investors?

For dividend investors focused on income, VOOG's 0.44% yield is low (below 2%) and has historically been variable. The fund is designed for capital appreciation, not income generation, which limits its appeal as a primary income source.

Why is Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF dividend yield low?

The yield is low because the fund tracks the S&P 500 Growth Index, which is composed of companies that prioritize reinvesting earnings for growth rather than paying large dividends. The payout ratio is not applicable (fund/ETF), as distributions reflect what the underlying holdings generate.

How does Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF compare to its own historical yield?

The current yield of 0.44% is nearly identical to the 5-year average of 0.42%. That consistency shows the fund's income profile has not shifted materially, and income investors should not expect a meaningful yield expansion based on recent history.

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