BLV Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Long-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.2745 | $27.45 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BLV's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.5685 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BLV do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 365 | $23,632 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,822 | $118,160 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,643 | $236,321 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 5.08%. $10,000 in BLV would currently pay about $508 a year ($42 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BLV distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.273 | -2.8% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.281 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.281 | +3.3% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.272 | -3.5% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.282 | +2.9% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.274 | -3.5% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.284 | +13.1% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.251 | -9.4% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.277 | -0.7% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.279 | +4.1% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.268 | -1.5% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.272 | +2.6% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.265 | -3.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.274 | -2.1% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.28 | +1.8% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.275 | -0.4% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.276 | +6.2% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.26 | -5.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.276 | +10.4% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.25 | -7.4% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.27 | -1.8% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | — | $0.275 | +3.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.265 | -2.2% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.271 | +5.0% |
Payout risk check
BLV's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved -8.4% 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 Vanguard Long-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares
This index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities of greater than 10 years and are publicly issued. All of the fund's investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Long-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: May 1, 2007. 233 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
BLV distribution FAQ
When is BLV's next ex-distribution date?
BLV's next ex-distribution date is Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2745 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does BLV pay distributions?
BLV pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.273 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is BLV's distribution yield?
BLV's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.08%, based on $3.294 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $64.87. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.294 per share, is 5.08%.
How much does BLV pay per share?
BLV pays about $0.2745 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.294 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $329.40 a year.
Has BLV grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, BLV's distributions vary with the income its holdings generate, so payouts are not designed to rise every year the way a dividend-growth stock's are.
How many shares of BLV do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 5.08%, you would need about 365 shares of BLV (roughly $23,632 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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