VBIL Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard 0-3 Month Treasury Bill ETF · NasdaqGM
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 2, 2026 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.2209 | $22.09 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VBIL's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.8719 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 19 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VBIL do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 453 | $34,262 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,264 | $171,309 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,527 | $342,618 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.50%. $10,000 in VBIL would currently pay about $350 a year ($29 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VBIL distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.218 | -1.8% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.222 | -1.8% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.226 | +6.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.213 | -2.3% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.218 | +0.9% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.216 | +2.4% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.211 | +6.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $0.199 | -13.1% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.229 | -1.3% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $0.232 | +1.3% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 3, 2025 | $0.229 | -3.8% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.238 | -2.5% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.244 | -3.9% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.254 | +2.4% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.248 | +2.9% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.241 | +8.1% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 4, 2025 | $0.223 | +3.7% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | $0.215 | -5.3% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.227 | — |
Payout risk check
VBIL's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 95/100).
Its share price moved +0.1% 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 Vanguard 0-3 Month Treasury Bill ETF
The index includes U.S. treasury bills that have maturities of 3 months or less. Under normal circumstances, the fund will generally invest all, but at least 80% of its assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the bonds that make up the Target Index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Ultrashort Bond. First distribution on our records: Apr 1, 2025. 19 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VBIL distribution FAQ
When is VBIL's next ex-distribution date?
VBIL'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 $0.2209 per share, expected on Nov 2, 2026.
How often does VBIL pay distributions?
VBIL pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.218 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VBIL's distribution yield?
VBIL's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.50%, based on $2.651 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $75.69. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.651 per share, is 3.50%.
How much does VBIL pay per share?
VBIL pays about $0.2209 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.651 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $265.10 a year.
Has VBIL grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VBIL'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 VBIL do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.50%, you would need about 453 shares of VBIL (roughly $34,262 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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