AMLP Distribution History & Yield
Alerian MLP ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 (in 17 days) | Nov 25, 2026 | $1.03 | $103.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 (in 108 days) | Feb 24, 2027 | $1.03 | $103.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 (in 199 days) | May 26, 2027 | $1.03 | $103.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Aug 11, 2027 (in 290 days) | Aug 25, 2027 | $1.03 | $103.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from AMLP's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $4.12 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much AMLP do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 292 | $15,478 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,457 | $77,388 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 2,913 | $154,777 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 7.75%. $10,000 in AMLP would currently pay about $775 a year ($65 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
AMLP distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | — | $1.03 | +0.0% |
| May 13, 2026 | — | $1.03 | +2.0% |
| Feb 11, 2026 | — | $1.01 | +1.0% |
| Nov 12, 2025 | — | $1.00 | +2.0% |
| Aug 13, 2025 | — | $0.98 | +0.0% |
| May 14, 2025 | — | $0.98 | +1.0% |
| Feb 12, 2025 | — | $0.97 | +2.1% |
| Nov 13, 2024 | — | $0.95 | +1.1% |
| Aug 8, 2024 | — | $0.94 | +0.0% |
| May 9, 2024 | — | $0.94 | +6.8% |
| Feb 8, 2024 | — | $0.88 | +0.0% |
| Nov 9, 2023 | — | $0.88 | +6.0% |
| Aug 10, 2023 | — | $0.83 | -3.5% |
| May 11, 2023 | — | $0.86 | +11.7% |
| Feb 9, 2023 | — | $0.77 | +2.7% |
| Nov 9, 2022 | — | $0.75 | +1.4% |
| Aug 11, 2022 | — | $0.74 | +1.4% |
| May 12, 2022 | — | $0.73 | +2.8% |
| Feb 10, 2022 | — | $0.71 | -6.6% |
| Nov 10, 2021 | — | $0.76 | +11.8% |
| Aug 12, 2021 | — | $0.68 | +0.0% |
| May 13, 2021 | — | $0.68 | +0.0% |
| Feb 11, 2021 | — | $0.68 | -4.2% |
| Nov 12, 2020 | — | $0.71 | -5.3% |
| Aug 13, 2020 | — | $0.75 | +0.0% |
| May 7, 2020 | — | $0.75 | -21.1% |
| Feb 13, 2020 | — | $0.95 | -2.6% |
| Nov 14, 2019 | — | $0.975 | +2.6% |
| Aug 8, 2019 | — | $0.95 | -2.6% |
| May 9, 2019 | — | $0.975 | +0.0% |
| Feb 14, 2019 | — | $0.975 | +2.1% |
| Nov 8, 2018 | — | $0.955 | -7.7% |
| Aug 9, 2018 | — | $1.035 | +0.0% |
| May 10, 2018 | — | $1.035 | +0.0% |
| Feb 8, 2018 | — | $1.035 | +1.0% |
| Nov 9, 2017 | — | $1.025 | -4.7% |
| Aug 9, 2017 | — | $1.075 | +0.0% |
| May 10, 2017 | — | $1.075 | -4.4% |
| Feb 8, 2017 | — | $1.125 | -6.2% |
| Nov 9, 2016 | — | $1.20 | +0.0% |
| Aug 10, 2016 | — | $1.20 | +0.0% |
| May 11, 2016 | — | $1.20 | -19.7% |
| Feb 10, 2016 | — | $1.495 | +0.0% |
| Aug 12, 2015 | — | $1.495 | +1.0% |
| May 13, 2015 | — | $1.48 | +1.4% |
| Feb 11, 2015 | — | $1.46 | +1.0% |
| Nov 6, 2014 | — | $1.445 | +1.8% |
| Aug 6, 2014 | — | $1.42 | +1.8% |
| May 6, 2014 | — | $1.395 | +0.4% |
| Feb 6, 2014 | — | $1.39 | +1.5% |
| Nov 7, 2013 | — | $1.37 | +1.9% |
| Aug 7, 2013 | — | $1.345 | +1.9% |
| May 7, 2013 | — | $1.32 | +1.1% |
| Feb 7, 2013 | — | $1.305 | +2.0% |
| Nov 7, 2012 | — | $1.28 | +1.6% |
| Aug 7, 2012 | — | $1.26 | +2.9% |
| May 7, 2012 | — | $1.225 | +0.8% |
| Feb 7, 2012 | — | $1.215 | -5.8% |
| Nov 7, 2011 | — | $1.29 | +2.0% |
| Aug 5, 2011 | — | $1.265 | +2.8% |
| May 6, 2011 | — | $1.23 | +1.2% |
| Feb 7, 2011 | — | $1.215 | -2.0% |
| Nov 5, 2010 | — | $1.24 | — |
Payout risk check
AMLP's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved +13.2% over the past year.
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Alerian MLP ETF
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its total assets in securities that comprise the underlying index. The underlying index is comprised of energy infrastructure MLPs that earn a majority of their cash flow from the transportation, storage and processing of energy commodities. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: ALPS. Category: Energy Limited Partnership. First distribution on our records: Nov 5, 2010. 63 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
AMLP distribution FAQ
When is AMLP's next ex-distribution date?
AMLP's next ex-distribution date is Nov 11, 2026 (in 17 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $1.03 per share, expected on Nov 25, 2026.
How often does AMLP pay distributions?
AMLP pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $1.03 per share with an ex-date of Aug 12, 2026.
What is AMLP's distribution yield?
AMLP's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 7.66%, based on $4.07 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $53.14. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $4.12 per share, is 7.75%.
How much does AMLP pay per share?
AMLP pays about $1.03 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $4.12 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $412.00 a year.
Has AMLP grown or cut its distribution?
AMLP has raised its annual distribution for 3 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 8.2% a year (+4.9% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of AMLP do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 7.75%, you would need about 292 shares of AMLP (roughly $15,478 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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