SCHJ Distribution History & Yield
Schwab 1-5 Year Corporate Bond ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0927 | $9.27 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SCHJ's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.2047 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SCHJ do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,080 | $26,147 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 5,396 | $130,737 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 10,792 | $261,475 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.59%. $10,000 in SCHJ would currently pay about $459 a year ($38 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SCHJ distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.094 | +6.8% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.088 | -16.2% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.105 | +20.7% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.087 | -5.4% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.092 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.092 | +2.2% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.09 | -2.2% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.092 | -9.8% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.102 | +21.4% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | — | $0.084 | -4.5% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.088 | -10.2% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.098 | +8.9% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.09 | +2.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.088 | -11.1% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.099 | +8.8% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.091 | -3.2% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.094 | +2.2% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.092 | +9.5% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.084 | -7.7% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.091 | -9.0% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.10 | +29.9% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.077 | -8.3% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.084 | -8.7% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.092 | +13.6% |
Payout risk check
SCHJ's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 94/100).
Its share price moved -2.9% 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 Schwab 1-5 Year Corporate Bond ETF
To pursue its goal, the fund generally invests in securities that are included in the index. The index measures the performance of U.S. investment grade, taxable corporate bonds with maturities greater than or equal to one year and less than five years that have $300 million or more of outstanding face value. It is the fund's policy that under normal circumstances it will invest at least 90% of its net assets in securities included in the index.
Fund family: Schwab ETFs. Category: Short-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: Nov 1, 2019. 84 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SCHJ distribution FAQ
When is SCHJ's next ex-distribution date?
SCHJ'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 $0.0927 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does SCHJ pay distributions?
SCHJ pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.094 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is SCHJ's distribution yield?
SCHJ's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.59%, based on $1.112 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.23. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.112 per share, is 4.59%.
How much does SCHJ pay per share?
SCHJ pays about $0.0927 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.112 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $111.20 a year.
Has SCHJ grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, SCHJ'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 SCHJ do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.59%, you would need about 1,080 shares of SCHJ (roughly $26,147 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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