Dividend Yield Calculator
Use this Dividend Yield Calculator to instantly convert dividend payouts into annual income, forward dividend yield, and yield on cost. This dividend yield calculator also projects next-year yield based on dividend growth so you can evaluate income potential, reinvestment plans, and payout sustainability.
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Dividend Yield Calculator Inputs
Latest market price per share.
Total dividends paid per share over 12 months.
Number of shares you currently hold.
Average price paid per share.
How often the dividend is distributed.
Expected dividend increase over the next 12 months.
Dividend Yield Results
The Dividend Yield Calculator converts payout details into easy-to-scan metrics so you can benchmark your dividend income, compare yields, and set reinvestment goals.
Annual Dividend Income
$450
Dividend Yield
3.75%
Yield on Cost
5.00%
Projected Yield (12M)
3.94%
Quarterly Payout
$112.5
Income on Cost Basis
5.00%
Portfolio Snapshot
Market Value
$12,000
Cost Basis
$9,000
Unrealized Gain/Loss
$3,000
Breakeven Share Price
$36
Dividend Income Schedule
See how your dividend yield translates into income each pay period, monthly, quarterly, and annually. Use this to plan bills, reinvestment, or cash flow needs.
Dividend Yield Comparison
Forward yield compares current income to market price, while yield on cost shows the dividend yield you earn on capital already invested. Projected yield layers in expected dividend growth.
Cost Basis vs Current Value
Track how unrealized gains stack up against your original cost basis. Strong price appreciation paired with rising dividend yield can unlock capital recycling opportunities.
How to Use This Dividend Yield Calculator
Dividend investors use dividend yield to compare income potential across stocks, ETFs, and REITs. The dividend yield calculator lets you stress test scenarios quickly:
- Compare new opportunities: Enter share price and payouts to stack-rank income opportunities.
- Track dividend raises: Adjust growth to see how an increase impacts forward income.
- Plan reinvestment: Use the payout schedule to time DRIP reinvestments or cash withdrawals.
- Focus on yield on cost: Long-term investors monitor yield on cost to see how compounding rewards patience.
A healthy dividend yield typically falls between 2% and 6%. Pair this Dividend Yield Calculator with the Dividend Payout Ratio Calculator to confirm the company's payout is sustainable.
Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational and illustrative purposes only. Results are estimates and may not reflect actual outcomes. Investing Point does not guarantee the accuracy of these calculations and is not responsible for any decisions made based on this tool.
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