VTES Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Short-Term Tax-Exempt Bond ETF Shares · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 52 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 82 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 112 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 142 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 172 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 202 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 232 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 262 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 292 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 322 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 352 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.2277 | $22.77 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from VTES's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.732 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much VTES do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 440 | $44,078 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 2,197 | $220,388 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 4,393 | $440,776 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 2.72%. $10,000 in VTES would currently pay about $272 a year ($23 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
VTES distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.214 | -2.3% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.219 | -3.1% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.226 | +3.2% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.219 | -4.8% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.23 | +3.1% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.223 | -5.5% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.236 | +4.9% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.225 | -3.0% |
| Dec 24, 2025 | — | $0.232 | -0.9% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.234 | -0.8% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.236 | -0.8% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.238 | +0.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.238 | +5.3% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.226 | -7.4% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.244 | +4.3% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.234 | +3.5% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.226 | -3.0% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.233 | -5.7% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.247 | +7.9% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.229 | -6.1% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | — | $0.244 | -0.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.246 | -1.6% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.25 | -2.7% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.257 | +1.2% |
Payout risk check
VTES's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved -1.3% 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 Short-Term Tax-Exempt Bond ETF Shares
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. The Target Index includes municipal bonds issued primarily by states, local governments, and agencies whose interest is exempt from U.S. federal income taxes and the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). It is non-diversified.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Muni National Short. First distribution on our records: Mar 31, 2023. 43 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
VTES distribution FAQ
When is VTES's next ex-distribution date?
VTES's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 22 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2277 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does VTES pay distributions?
VTES pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.214 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is VTES's distribution yield?
VTES's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 2.72%, based on $2.732 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $100.35. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.732 per share, is 2.72%.
How much does VTES pay per share?
VTES pays about $0.2277 per share each month, which works out to roughly $2.732 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $273.20 a year.
Has VTES grown or cut its distribution?
As a fund, VTES'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 VTES do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 2.72%, you would need about 440 shares of VTES (roughly $44,078 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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