Dividend Yield Calculator
Calculate a stock's dividend yield and your annual and monthly dividend income from the share price, dividend per payment and number of shares.
For information and education only — not financial advice. Results are estimates based on the numbers you enter; check important decisions with a qualified professional.
How to use
- 1Enter the share price and the dividend per payment, and choose the payment frequency.
- 2Enter your shares and purchase price to see income and yield on cost.
How it's calculated
Annual dividend = dividend per payment × payments per year. Yield = annual dividend ÷ price. Yield on cost = annual dividend ÷ your purchase price.
Frequently asked questions
What's a good dividend yield?
Broad US stock indexes yield around 1–2%; established dividend payers often 2–5%. Very high yields can signal that the market expects a cut.
What is yield on cost?
Your dividend income divided by what you paid. It rises over time if the company grows its dividend.
Are dividends guaranteed?
No. Companies can cut or suspend dividends at any time.