Dividend Yield Calculator

Calculate dividend yield percentage for stocks.

Dividend Yield Calculator - Calculate Stock Dividend Returns

Dividend Yield Calculator

Calculate dividend yield percentage to evaluate dividend-paying stocks and compare investment income potential.

Calculate Dividend Yield

Results

Dividend Yield
Annual Dividend Income
Quarterly Dividend
Monthly Income

Dividend Yield Ranges

Low Yield (0-2%)

Growth companies or overpriced stocks. May indicate capital appreciation focus.

Moderate Yield (2-4%)

Balanced companies with steady dividend payments and growth potential.

High Yield (4%+)

Income-focused stocks, REITs, or potentially distressed companies.

Formula

Dividend Yield = (Annual Dividend Per Share ÷ Stock Price) × 100

Annual Income = Dividend Per Share × Number of Shares

Annual Dividend Per Share: Total dividends paid per share over one year

Stock Price: Current market price per share

Result: Percentage return from dividends relative to stock price

Investment Tips

  • Higher yields aren't always better - investigate sustainability
  • Consider dividend growth history and payout ratios
  • Reinvesting dividends can compound returns over time
  • Compare yields within the same industry sector
  • Factor in taxes on dividend income in your calculations

Example Calculations

High-Yield REIT

Annual Dividend: $3.60 per share

Stock Price: $45.00

Shares: 200

Dividend Yield: 8.00%

Annual Income: $720

Blue-Chip Stock

Annual Dividend: $2.20 per share

Stock Price: $85.00

Shares: 100

Dividend Yield: 2.59%

Annual Income: $220

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