Dividend Yield Calculator
Result
Dividend Yield Calculator — free online calculator.
Formula
- Enter the values shown in the calculator. The result follows the stated formula and assumes consistent units and input definitions.
- The main inputs are Annual Dividend per Share, Current Stock Price, Number of Shares Owned. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
- Use monetary amounts, rates and time periods exactly as labeled; the result reflects the assumptions entered on this page.
- Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.
Example: Dividend Yield
- Annual Dividend per Share: 5
- Current Stock Price: 100
- Number of Shares Owned: 1000
Example inputs: Annual Dividend per Share = 5; Current Stock Price = 100; Number of Shares Owned = 1000. Calculated result: Dividend Yield: 5.00% — Annual Dividend Income: 5,000.00 — Monthly Dividend Income: 416.67.
Sample result: Calculating…
Frequently asked questions
What does the Dividend Yield calculate?
Dividend yield can change as dividends or market price change.
Which values should I enter?
Enter Annual Dividend per Share, Current Stock Price, Number of Shares Owned using the units and format shown beside each field.
What formula does this calculator use?
The calculator uses the following relationship: Dividend yield (%) = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100..
Why might my result differ from another source?
Results can differ when another source uses different units, rounding rules, conventions or assumptions. Compare the inputs and definitions before comparing results.
Does the result update automatically?
Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.