Dividend Details
Recent Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-22 | $0.9508 | 2025-12-24 |
| 2025-09-29 | $0.9072 | 2025-10-01 |
| 2025-06-30 | $0.9132 | 2025-07-02 |
| 2025-03-27 | $0.9854 | 2025-03-31 |
| 2024-12-23 | $0.9412 | 2024-12-26 |
| 2024-09-27 | $0.8707 | 2024-10-01 |
| 2024-06-28 | $0.9519 | 2024-07-02 |
| 2024-03-22 | $0.9105 | 2024-03-27 |
Calculate VTI Dividend Income
Quick Facts
- Yield: 1.14%
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Sector: ETF
About Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF
VTI tracks the CRSP US Total Market Index, providing exposure to the entire investable US stock market including large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap, and micro-cap stocks across all sectors. With over 3,700 holdings and a 0.03% expense ratio, VTI is the broadest and cheapest way to own the US equity market. The fund's dividend comes from the aggregate payouts of thousands of American companies and has grown steadily over time. VTI is often considered the single best building block for a long-term portfolio, offering true market-cap-weighted exposure to American capitalism in one ticker.
VTI Dividend FAQ
What is VTI's current dividend yield and payout?
VTI currently yields 1.14% annually, paying $3.76 per share per year based on a share price of $330.57. This translates to $0.9392 per share per quarter.
How often does VTI pay dividends?
VTI 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 $0.9392 per share.
When is VTI's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for VTI is 2025-12-22. 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 2025-12-24.
How much does $10,000 invested in VTI pay in dividends?
A $10,000 investment in VTI at $330.57 per share buys approximately 30 shares. At the current 1.14% yield, this generates approximately $114 per year, or $9 per month in dividend income before taxes.
Is VTI's dividend sustainable?
As an ETF, VTI's distributions depend on underlying holdings and strategy performance. ETF yields can fluctuate based on market conditions, option premiums, and portfolio turnover.
VTI Dividend Investing Guide
Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) represents a compelling opportunity for dividend investors seeking dividend growth potential in their portfolios. As a etf sector stock, VTI offers exposure to diversified dividend income across multiple holdings.
Investors considering VTI 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 VTI 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 VTI investment.