TMLP Distribution History & Yield
Tortoise MLP ETF · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 (in 60 days) | Jan 7, 2027 | $0.58 | $58.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 (in 151 days) | Apr 8, 2027 | $0.58 | $58.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Jun 24, 2027 (in 242 days) | Jul 8, 2027 | $0.58 | $58.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Sep 23, 2027 (in 333 days) | Oct 7, 2027 | $0.58 | $58.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from TMLP's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.32 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 4 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much TMLP do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 518 | $14,483 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,587 | $72,414 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 5,173 | $144,828 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 8.29%. $10,000 in TMLP would currently pay about $829 a year ($69 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
TMLP distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | — | $0.58 | +17.2% |
| Jun 25, 2026 | — | $0.495 | -14.5% |
| Mar 26, 2026 | — | $0.579 | +5163.6% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | — | $0.011 | — |
Payout risk check
TMLP's last 12 distributions were highly variable (consistency score 43/100).
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About Tortoise MLP ETF
The underlying index is comprised of publicly traded companies organized in the form of limited partnerships and limited liability companies engaged in the transportation, production, processing or storage of energy commodities. The fund will invest primarily in total return swaps intended to provide exposure to the securities that comprise the underlying index. The fund is non-diversified.
Fund family: Tortoise Capital. Category: Energy Limited Partnership. First distribution on our records: Dec 31, 2025. 4 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
TMLP distribution FAQ
When is TMLP's next ex-distribution date?
TMLP's next ex-distribution date is Dec 24, 2026 (in 60 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.58 per share, expected on Jan 7, 2027.
How often does TMLP pay distributions?
TMLP pays distributions every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.58 per share with an ex-date of Sep 24, 2026.
What is TMLP's distribution yield?
TMLP's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 5.95%, based on $1.665 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $28.00. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.32 per share, is 8.29%.
How much does TMLP pay per share?
TMLP pays about $0.58 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $2.32 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $232.00 a year.
Has TMLP grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, TMLP'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 TMLP do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 8.29%, you would need about 518 shares of TMLP (roughly $14,483 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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