SCHM Distribution History & Yield
Schwab U.S. Mid-Cap ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 (in 59 days) | Jan 6, 2027 | $0.129 | $12.90 | Estimated |
| Wed, Mar 24, 2027 (in 150 days) | Apr 7, 2027 | $0.129 | $12.90 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 23, 2027 (in 241 days) | Jul 7, 2027 | $0.129 | $12.90 | Estimated |
| Wed, Sep 22, 2027 (in 332 days) | Oct 6, 2027 | $0.129 | $12.90 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SCHM's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.516 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SCHM do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,326 | $80,326 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 11,628 | $401,628 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 23,256 | $803,256 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 1.49%. $10,000 in SCHM would currently pay about $149 a year ($12 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SCHM distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | — | $0.129 | +20.6% |
| Jun 24, 2026 | — | $0.107 | +40.8% |
| Mar 25, 2026 | — | $0.076 | -42.9% |
| Dec 10, 2025 | — | $0.133 | +5.6% |
| Sep 24, 2025 | — | $0.126 | +24.8% |
| Jun 25, 2025 | — | $0.101 | +29.5% |
| Mar 26, 2025 | — | $0.078 | -34.5% |
| Dec 11, 2024 | — | $0.119 | +12.3% |
| Sep 25, 2024 | — | $0.106 | +23.3% |
| Jun 26, 2024 | — | $0.086 | +0.0% |
| Mar 20, 2024 | — | $0.086 | -24.3% |
| Dec 6, 2023 | — | $0.1137 | +31.2% |
| Sep 20, 2023 | — | $0.0867 | -12.2% |
| Jun 21, 2023 | — | $0.0987 | +26.0% |
| Mar 22, 2023 | — | $0.0783 | -32.1% |
| Dec 7, 2022 | — | $0.1153 | +23.1% |
| Sep 21, 2022 | — | $0.0937 | -4.4% |
| Jun 22, 2022 | — | $0.098 | +68.0% |
| Mar 23, 2022 | — | $0.0583 | +84.2% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | — | $0.0317 | -63.7% |
| Dec 8, 2021 | — | $0.0873 | -6.8% |
| Sep 22, 2021 | — | $0.0937 | +40.5% |
| Jun 23, 2021 | — | $0.0667 | +166.7% |
| Mar 24, 2021 | — | $0.025 | +36.4% |
| Dec 30, 2020 | — | $0.0183 | -79.7% |
| Dec 10, 2020 | — | $0.0903 | +33.5% |
| Sep 23, 2020 | — | $0.0677 | +20.8% |
| Jun 24, 2020 | — | $0.056 | -14.3% |
| Mar 25, 2020 | — | $0.0653 | -36.2% |
| Dec 12, 2019 | — | $0.1023 | +32.9% |
| Sep 25, 2019 | — | $0.077 | +19.7% |
| Jun 26, 2019 | — | $0.0643 | +19.1% |
| Mar 20, 2019 | — | $0.054 | -36.7% |
| Dec 12, 2018 | — | $0.0853 | +33.3% |
| Sep 25, 2018 | — | $0.064 | +42.2% |
| Jun 26, 2018 | — | $0.045 | -19.2% |
| Mar 16, 2018 | — | $0.0557 | -32.4% |
| Dec 18, 2017 | — | $0.0823 | +93.0% |
| Sep 18, 2017 | — | $0.0427 | -22.4% |
| Jun 19, 2017 | — | $0.055 | +18.7% |
| Mar 20, 2017 | — | $0.0463 | -45.9% |
| Dec 19, 2016 | — | $0.0857 | +87.6% |
| Sep 19, 2016 | — | $0.0457 | +41.2% |
| Jun 20, 2016 | — | $0.0323 | -49.7% |
| Mar 21, 2016 | — | $0.0643 | +10.9% |
| Dec 21, 2015 | — | $0.058 | +15.2% |
| Sep 21, 2015 | — | $0.0503 | -4.4% |
| Jun 22, 2015 | — | $0.0527 | +18.8% |
| Mar 23, 2015 | — | $0.0443 | -9.5% |
| Dec 22, 2014 | — | $0.049 | +12.2% |
| Sep 22, 2014 | — | $0.0437 | -22.9% |
| Jun 23, 2014 | — | $0.0567 | +9.7% |
| Mar 24, 2014 | — | $0.0517 | +31.4% |
| Dec 23, 2013 | — | $0.0393 | +0.0% |
| Sep 23, 2013 | — | $0.0393 | -14.5% |
| Jun 24, 2013 | — | $0.046 | +34.0% |
| Mar 18, 2013 | — | $0.0343 | -44.9% |
| Dec 24, 2012 | — | $0.0623 | +90.8% |
| Sep 17, 2012 | — | $0.0327 | +5.4% |
| Jun 18, 2012 | — | $0.031 | +5.7% |
| Mar 19, 2012 | — | $0.0293 | +20.5% |
| Dec 19, 2011 | — | $0.0243 | -2.7% |
| Sep 19, 2011 | — | $0.025 | -9.6% |
| Jun 20, 2011 | — | $0.0277 | +45.6% |
| Mar 21, 2011 | — | $0.019 | — |
Payout risk check
SCHM's last 12 distributions were fairly stable (consistency score 82/100).
Its share price moved +16.5% 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 U.S. Mid-Cap ETF
The index includes the mid-cap portion of the Dow Jones U.S. Total Stock Market Index actually available to investors in the marketplace. The Dow Jones U.S. Mid-Cap Total Stock Market Index includes the components ranked 501-1000 by full market capitalization. The index is a float-adjusted market capitalization weighted index. The fund will invest at least 90% of its net assets in securities included in the index.
Fund family: Schwab ETFs. Category: Mid-Cap Blend. First distribution on our records: Mar 21, 2011. 65 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SCHM distribution FAQ
When is SCHM's next ex-distribution date?
SCHM's next ex-distribution date is Dec 23, 2026 (in 59 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.129 per share, expected on Jan 6, 2027.
How often does SCHM pay distributions?
SCHM pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.129 per share with an ex-date of Sep 23, 2026.
What is SCHM's distribution yield?
SCHM's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 1.29%, based on $0.445 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $34.54. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.516 per share, is 1.49%.
How much does SCHM pay per share?
SCHM pays about $0.129 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.516 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $51.60 a year.
Has SCHM grown or cut its distribution?
SCHM has raised its annual distribution for 2 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 8.6% a year (+5.0% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of SCHM do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 1.49%, you would need about 2,326 shares of SCHM (roughly $80,326 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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