Dividend yield
Dividend yield is the annual dividend per share divided by the price you paid per share.
Formula guide
Annual income
Annual dividend income equals annual dividend per share multiplied by total shares held.
Monthly estimate
Monthly income is a simple annual-income-divided-by-twelve view. Real payments may be quarterly or irregular.
Yield on cost vs market yield
This calculator focuses on yield relative to your own purchase price, not relative to the current market price.
When to use this tool
Screening income ideas
Check whether a dividend stock or ETF generates enough annual cash relative to the capital required.
Comparing yield on cost
Compare different entry prices to see how much the same dividend stream changes your personal yield.
Planning passive income
Use annual and monthly cash-flow estimates to evaluate how a dividend position fits into your income targets.
Reviewing position size
Adjust share count to see how much more capital is needed to reach a target annual cash figure.
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FAQ
What is dividend yield?
Dividend yield shows how much annual cash dividend you receive relative to the share price or your purchase cost.
Does this use current market yield?
No. It uses your entered buy price, so it shows yield on cost rather than the market's current yield.
Can I use this for dividend ETFs?
Yes. Enter the ETF distribution amount as annual dividend per share and the share count you hold.
Why is monthly income only an estimate?
Because many stocks and ETFs pay quarterly or on uneven schedules. The monthly figure simply spreads annual income across twelve months.