CMF Distribution History & Yield
iShares California Muni Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.1408 | $14.08 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1407 | $14.07 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from CMF's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.689 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much CMF do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 711 | $39,574 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,553 | $197,869 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,105 | $395,737 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.03%. $10,000 in CMF would currently pay about $303 a year ($25 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
CMF distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.144 | +2.9% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.14 | -2.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.143 | +3.6% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.138 | -2.1% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.141 | +0.7% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.14 | -1.4% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.142 | +2.9% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.138 | -1.4% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | — | $0.14 | -0.7% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.141 | +2.2% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.138 | -4.2% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.144 | +0.7% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.143 | -0.7% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.144 | +1.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +2.9% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.138 | -2.1% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.141 | -2.1% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.144 | +0.7% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.143 | +8.3% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.132 | +0.0% |
| Dec 18, 2024 | — | $0.132 | -0.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.133 | -6.3% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.142 | +2.2% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.139 | +4.5% |
Payout risk check
CMF's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -0.2% 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 iShares California Muni Bond ETF
The index includes municipal bonds issued in the State of California, the interest of which is exempt from Federal income taxes and not subject to AMT. The fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in the component securities of the underlying index, and the fund will invest at least 90% of its assets in fixed income securities of the types included in the underlying index that the advisor believes will help the fund track the underlying index. It is non-diversified.
Fund family: iShares. Category: Muni California Long. First distribution on our records: Nov 1, 2007. 226 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
CMF distribution FAQ
When is CMF's next ex-distribution date?
CMF's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1408 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does CMF pay distributions?
CMF pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.144 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is CMF's distribution yield?
CMF's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.03%, based on $1.689 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $55.70. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.689 per share, is 3.03%.
How much does CMF pay per share?
CMF pays about $0.1408 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.689 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $168.90 a year.
Has CMF grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, CMF'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 CMF do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.03%, you would need about 711 shares of CMF (roughly $39,574 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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