Dividend Details
Recent Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-19 | $1.9934 | 2026-01-30 |
| 2025-09-19 | $1.8311 | 2025-10-31 |
| 2025-06-20 | $1.7611 | 2025-07-31 |
| 2025-03-21 | $1.6955 | 2025-04-30 |
| 2024-12-20 | $1.9655 | 2025-01-31 |
| 2024-09-20 | $1.7455 | 2024-10-31 |
| 2024-06-21 | $1.7590 | 2024-07-31 |
| 2024-03-15 | $1.5949 | 2024-04-30 |
Calculate SPY Dividend Income
Quick Facts
- Yield: 1.1%
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Sector: ETF
About SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
SPY is the world's first ETF, launched in 1993, and remains the largest and most liquid exchange-traded fund with over $500 billion in assets and average daily trading volume exceeding $30 billion. SPY tracks the S&P 500 index and pays quarterly dividends aggregated from all 500 component companies. While SPY's yield is modest, its dividends have grown substantially over time as the underlying companies increase their payouts. SPY is the benchmark for virtually all other US equity investments and a core building block in countless retirement portfolios worldwide.
SPY Dividend FAQ
What is SPY's current dividend yield and payout?
SPY currently yields 1.1% annually, paying $7.28 per share per year based on a share price of $661.43. This translates to $1.8203 per share per quarter.
How often does SPY pay dividends?
SPY distributes dividends quarterly, following the standard schedule of most S&P 500 companies. Quarterly payments typically arrive in March, June, September, and December, though exact dates vary. Each payment is approximately $1.8203 per share.
When is SPY's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for SPY is 2025-12-19. To receive the upcoming dividend, you must purchase shares before the ex-dividend date. If you buy on or after the ex-date, the seller receives that payment instead. The payment will be deposited into your brokerage account on 2026-01-30.
How much does $10,000 invested in SPY pay in dividends?
A $10,000 investment in SPY at $661.43 per share buys approximately 15 shares. At the current 1.1% yield, this generates approximately $110 per year, or $9 per month in dividend income before taxes.
Is SPY's dividend sustainable?
As an ETF, SPY's distributions depend on underlying holdings and strategy performance. ETF yields can fluctuate based on market conditions, option premiums, and portfolio turnover.
SPY Dividend Investing Guide
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) represents a compelling opportunity for dividend investors seeking dividend growth potential in their portfolios. As a etf sector stock, SPY offers exposure to diversified dividend income across multiple holdings.
Investors considering SPY should evaluate both the current yield and potential for dividend growth. The quarterly payment schedule provides regular income, while the stock's fundamentals determine long-term dividend sustainability and growth potential.
To maximize returns from SPY dividends, consider strategies like dividend reinvestment (DRIP) to compound growth over time, tax-efficient account placement for qualified dividends, and portfolio diversification across sectors and payment schedules. Use our DRIP calculator to project long-term growth or our tax calculator to estimate after-tax income from your SPY investment.