VGUS Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury 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 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 2, 2026 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 1, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Jan 31, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 2, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 1, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 1, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | May 31, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jun 30, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Jul 30, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Aug 29, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Sep 28, 2027 | $0.2242 | $22.42 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VGUS's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.9142 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 19 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VGUS do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 447 | $33,729 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,231 | $168,647 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,461 | $337,294 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.56%. $10,000 in VGUS would currently pay about $356 a year ($30 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VGUS distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Oct 5, 2026 | $0.226 | -2.2% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.231 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Aug 5, 2026 | $0.231 | +5.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 6, 2026 | $0.22 | -1.8% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $0.224 | +3.2% |
| May 1, 2026 | May 5, 2026 | $0.217 | -0.5% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 6, 2026 | $0.218 | +13.5% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $0.192 | -14.3% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.224 | -4.3% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | Dec 22, 2025 | $0.234 | +0.4% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 3, 2025 | $0.233 | -2.9% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.24 | -0.8% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | $0.242 | +0.8% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $0.24 | -2.0% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.245 | +13.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 3, 2025 | $0.216 | -11.1% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 4, 2025 | $0.243 | +16.8% |
| May 1, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | $0.208 | -18.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Apr 3, 2025 | $0.256 | — |
Payout risk check
VGUS'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 Ultra-Short Treasury ETF
The fund manager employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the target index, which includes fixed income securities issued by the U.S. Treasury (not including inflation-protected securities, floating rate securities, and certain other security types) that have maturities up to 12 months. Under normal circumstances, it invests 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.
VGUS distribution FAQ
When is VGUS's next ex-distribution date?
VGUS'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 $0.2242 per share, expected on Nov 2, 2026.
How often does VGUS pay distributions?
VGUS pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.226 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VGUS's distribution yield?
VGUS's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.56%, based on $2.69 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $75.61. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.69 per share, is 3.56%.
How much does VGUS pay per share?
VGUS pays about $0.2242 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.69 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $269.00 a year.
Has VGUS grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VGUS'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 VGUS do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.56%, you would need about 447 shares of VGUS (roughly $33,729 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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