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Dividend Yield Calculator

Yield, annual income and yield on cost.

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Results
Dividend yield
5%
Annual income
$1,248.00
Quarterly income
$312.00
Yield on cost
6.918%
Annual dividend per share
$3.12
Position value
$24,960.00

Working

  1. 1Yield = $3.12 ÷ $62.40 × 100 = 5%

Quick answer

Dividend yield is annual dividend per share divided by the current share price, expressed as a percentage.

Yield = annual dividend ÷ price × 100

How to use the Dividend Yield Calculator

  1. 1Enter the current share price.
  2. 2Enter the quarterly dividend per share.
  3. 3Add your share count and average cost.

Frequently asked questions

Is a high yield always good?

No. Very high yields often signal a falling price and an impending dividend cut — check the payout ratio.

What is yield on cost?

Annual dividend divided by what you originally paid — it shows how income has grown relative to your entry price.