FMHI Distribution History & Yield
First Trust Municipal High Income ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 (in 29 days) | Dec 1, 2026 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 (in 59 days) | Dec 31, 2026 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 22, 2027 (in 89 days) | Jan 30, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 21, 2027 (in 119 days) | Mar 1, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 (in 149 days) | Mar 31, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 (in 179 days) | Apr 30, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 (in 209 days) | May 30, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 (in 239 days) | Jun 29, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 21, 2027 (in 269 days) | Jul 29, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 20, 2027 (in 299 days) | Aug 28, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 19, 2027 (in 329 days) | Sep 27, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
| Tue, Oct 19, 2027 (in 359 days) | Oct 27, 2027 | $0.1744 | $17.44 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from FMHI's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.093 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much FMHI do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 574 | $26,070 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,867 | $130,348 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,734 | $260,695 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.60%. $10,000 in FMHI would currently pay about $460 a year ($38 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
FMHI distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | $0.179 | +0.6% |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Aug 31, 2026 | $0.178 | +0.6% |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | $0.177 | +0.0% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $0.177 | +0.6% |
| May 21, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | $0.176 | +0.6% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.175 | +0.0% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $0.175 | +0.0% |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | $0.175 | +0.6% |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | $0.174 | +3.0% |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Dec 31, 2025 | $0.169 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 | $0.169 | +0.0% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Oct 31, 2025 | $0.169 | +0.0% |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $0.169 | +1.2% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Aug 29, 2025 | $0.167 | +0.6% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $0.166 | +0.0% |
| Jun 26, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $0.166 | +0.6% |
| May 21, 2025 | May 30, 2025 | $0.165 | +0.6% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 | $0.164 | +0.6% |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Feb 28, 2025 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Jan 31, 2025 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Dec 31, 2024 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
| Oct 22, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | $0.163 | +0.0% |
Payout risk check
FMHI's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -4.3% 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 First Trust Municipal High Income ETF
Under normal market conditions, the fund seeks to achieve its investment objectives by investing at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in municipal debt securities that pay interest that is exempt from regular federal income taxes. Municipal securities are generally issued by or on behalf of states, territories or possessions of the U.S. and the District of Columbia and their political subdivisions, agencies, authorities and other instrumentalities.
Fund family: First Trust. Category: High Yield Muni. First distribution on our records: Nov 21, 2017. 107 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 21, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
FMHI distribution FAQ
When is FMHI's next ex-distribution date?
FMHI's next ex-distribution date is Nov 23, 2026 (in 29 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.1744 per share, expected on Dec 1, 2026.
How often does FMHI pay distributions?
FMHI pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.179 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is FMHI's distribution yield?
FMHI's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.23%, based on $1.924 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $45.47. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.093 per share, is 4.60%.
How much does FMHI pay per share?
FMHI pays about $0.1744 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.093 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $209.30 a year.
Has FMHI grown or cut its distribution?
FMHI has raised its annual distribution for 4 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 3.4% a year (-10.3% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of FMHI do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.60%, you would need about 574 shares of FMHI (roughly $26,070 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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