Dividend Yield Calculator
Enter a stock's price and dividend to calculate yield, yield on cost, and estimated annual income.
For informational purposes only — not investment advice. Dividend payments can be changed or discontinued at any time by the issuing company.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good dividend yield?
It depends on the sector and interest rate environment, but yields in the 2–5% range are typical for established dividend-paying stocks in the US market. Yields well above that (e.g. 8%+) can sometimes signal elevated risk — such as a falling stock price rather than a rising payout — so it is worth checking the underlying cause rather than treating a high yield as automatically favorable.
What's the difference between dividend yield and yield on cost?
Dividend yield uses the current stock price as the denominator, so it moves every time the price moves. Yield on cost uses your original purchase price instead, so it reflects the income return relative to what you actually paid, and stays fixed unless the dividend itself changes.
Does dividend yield change with stock price?
Yes. Since yield is calculated as annual dividend divided by current price, a falling stock price increases the yield (assuming the dividend stays the same), and a rising price lowers it. This is why yield alone does not tell you whether a dividend is being increased or cut.