SCMB Distribution History & Yield
Schwab Municipal 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 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.0766 | $7.66 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SCMB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.9956 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much SCMB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 1,306 | $32,239 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 6,529 | $161,197 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 13,058 | $322,394 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.72%. $10,000 in SCMB would currently pay about $372 a year ($31 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SCMB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.093 | +36.8% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.068 | -17.1% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.082 | +7.9% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.076 | +2.7% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.074 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.074 | -2.6% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.076 | -2.6% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.078 | +8.3% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Dec 19, 2025 | — | $0.072 | +0.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.072 | -12.2% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.082 | +7.9% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.076 | +4.1% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.073 | -12.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.083 | +10.7% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.075 | -8.5% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.082 | +127.8% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.036 | -40.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.06 | -20.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.075 | -7.4% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.081 | +28.6% |
| Dec 20, 2024 | — | $0.063 | -10.0% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.07 | -6.7% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.075 | +9.5% |
Payout risk check
SCMB's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 92/100).
Its share price moved -3.6% over the past year.
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About Schwab Municipal Bond ETF
The index measures the performance of U.S. dollar denominated investment grade tax-exempt debt publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market by U.S. states and territories as well as their political subdivisions. Under normal circumstances, the fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities not included in its index.
Fund family: Schwab ETFs. Category: Muni National Interm. First distribution on our records: Nov 1, 2022. 48 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SCMB distribution FAQ
When is SCMB's next ex-distribution date?
SCMB'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 $0.0766 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does SCMB pay distributions?
SCMB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.093 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is SCMB's distribution yield?
SCMB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.72%, based on $0.919 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $24.69. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.919 per share, is 3.72%.
How much does SCMB pay per share?
SCMB pays about $0.0766 per share each month, which works out to roughly $0.919 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $91.90 a year.
Has SCMB grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, SCMB'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 SCMB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.72%, you would need about 1,306 shares of SCMB (roughly $32,239 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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