MUA Dividend History & Yield
BlackRock MuniAssets Fund, Inc. · NYSE
Upcoming dividend payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 15, 2026 (in 6 days) | Sep 29, 2026 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Declared |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 (in 36 days) | Oct 29, 2026 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, Nov 14, 2026 (in 66 days) | Nov 28, 2026 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 (in 96 days) | Dec 28, 2026 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 (in 126 days) | Jan 27, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Fri, Feb 12, 2027 (in 156 days) | Feb 26, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Sun, Mar 14, 2027 (in 186 days) | Mar 28, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Tue, Apr 13, 2027 (in 216 days) | Apr 27, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Thu, May 13, 2027 (in 246 days) | May 27, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Sat, Jun 12, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jun 26, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jul 12, 2027 (in 306 days) | Jul 26, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
| Wed, Aug 11, 2027 (in 336 days) | Aug 25, 2027 | $0.056 | $5.60 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from MUA's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the company announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.728 per share.
Dividend payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual dividends per share
How much MUA do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,786 | $17,661 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 8,929 | $88,304 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 17,858 | $176,607 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.79%. $10,000 in MUA would currently pay about $679 a year ($57 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
MUA dividend history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jul 15, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jun 15, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| May 15, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Apr 15, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Mar 13, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Feb 6, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jan 20, 2026 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Dec 22, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Nov 14, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Oct 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Aug 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jul 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| May 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Apr 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Feb 14, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Jan 15, 2025 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Dec 16, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Nov 15, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Oct 15, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | — | $0.056 | +0.0% |
MUA dividend increases & cuts
Market-wide changes →No change to MUA's regular dividend detected in the last year of data.
Detected from the regular payment stream; supplemental and special dividends are excluded. Pro members get an email the morning a holding raises or cuts.
Payout risk check
MUA scores 55/100 on our yield-trap heuristic (elevated risk).
2 warning flags raised:
- Payout ratio above 100% of earnings
- Payment was cut within the last 5 years
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 BlackRock MuniAssets Fund, Inc.
BlackRock MuniAssets Fund, Inc. is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc. It is managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC. The fund invests in fixed income markets. It seeks to provide current income exempt from federal income taxes by investing primarily in a portfolio of medium-to-lower grade or unrated municipal obligations the interest on which is exempt from federal income taxes. The fund was formerly known as MuniAssets Fund, Inc. BlackRock MuniAssets Fund, Inc. was formed on June 25, 1993 and is domiciled in United States.
Sector: Financial Services. Industry: Asset Management. First dividend on our records: Sep 14, 1993. 386 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
MUA dividend FAQ
When is MUA's next ex-dividend date?
MUA's next ex-dividend date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 6 days, declared by the company). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.056 per share, expected on Sep 29, 2026.
How often does MUA pay dividends?
MUA pays dividends every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.056 per share with an ex-date of Aug 14, 2026.
What is MUA's dividend yield?
MUA's trailing 12-month dividend yield is 6.79%, based on $0.672 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $9.89. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.672 per share, is 6.79%.
How much does MUA pay per share?
MUA pays about $0.056 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.672 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $67.20 a year.
Has MUA grown or cut its dividend?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 1.1% a year (+0.0% over the last year). MUA did cut a regular payment within the last 5 years.
How many shares of MUA do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.79%, you would need about 1,786 shares of MUA (roughly $17,661 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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