VTEB Distribution History & Yield
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Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 6 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 36 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 66 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 96 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 126 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 156 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 186 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 216 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 246 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 276 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 306 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
| Sun, Sep 26, 2027 (in 336 days) | Oct 10, 2027 | $0.1416 | $14.16 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VTEB's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $1.8406 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VTEB do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 707 | $34,263 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,532 | $171,313 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 7,063 | $342,625 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.50%. $10,000 in VTEB would currently pay about $350 a year ($29 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VTEB distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | — | $0.137 | -4.2% |
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.143 | +0.7% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.142 | +0.0% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.142 | +2.9% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.138 | -2.8% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.142 | +0.0% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.142 | -4.7% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.149 | +6.4% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.14 | -1.4% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +0.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +1.4% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.14 | -1.4% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.142 | +2.2% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.139 | +1.5% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.137 | +0.7% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.136 | -0.7% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.137 | +0.0% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.137 | +1.5% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.135 | -2.2% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.138 | +4.5% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.132 | -2.2% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | — | $0.135 | +3.1% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.131 | +0.0% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.131 | -2.2% |
Payout risk check
VTEB's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 98/100).
Its share price moved -3.1% 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 Tax-Exempt Bond Index Fund ETF Shares
The Target Index includes municipal bonds issued by states, local governments, or agencies whose interest is exempt from U.S. federal income taxes and the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). Under normal circumstances, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets, plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in the bonds that make up the Target Index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Muni National Interm. First distribution on our records: Sep 1, 2015. 133 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Oct 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VTEB distribution FAQ
When is VTEB's next ex-distribution date?
VTEB'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 $0.1416 per share, expected on Nov 14, 2026.
How often does VTEB pay distributions?
VTEB pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.137 per share with an ex-date of Oct 1, 2026.
What is VTEB's distribution yield?
VTEB's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 3.50%, based on $1.699 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $48.51. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $1.699 per share, is 3.50%.
How much does VTEB pay per share?
VTEB pays about $0.1416 per share each month, which works out to roughly $1.699 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $169.90 a year.
Has VTEB grown or cut its distribution?
There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years. As a fund, VTEB'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 VTEB do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.50%, you would need about 707 shares of VTEB (roughly $34,263 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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