Dividend Yield Calculator
Calculate dividend yield from stock price and annual dividend per share, plus estimated dividend income from an investment amount.
What does this calculator answer?
Dividend yield is annual dividend per share divided by the current share price. A high yield can be attractive, but it can also reflect a falling share price or payout risk.
Inputs
Results
Dividend yield
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Estimated shares
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Estimated annual dividend
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Before you enter values
- Enter current share price in USD so the estimate uses the same unit throughout.
- Enter annual dividend per share in USD so the estimate uses the same unit throughout.
- Enter investment amount in USD so the estimate uses the same unit throughout.
How to read the result
- Start with 'Dividend yield'. This is the main output for the current assumptions.
- Then compare 'Estimated shares' so you do not judge the scenario from one number alone.
- Then compare 'Estimated annual dividend' so you do not judge the scenario from one number alone.
Formula
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ current share price × 100
Example
A $50 stock with a $2 annual dividend has a 4% dividend yield. A $1,000 investment buys about 20 shares and would estimate $40 in annual dividends before tax.
Common mistakes
- Assuming a high yield is automatically safe
- Ignoring dividend cuts
- Forgetting tax effects on income
Important note
Yield is a snapshot from current inputs. It does not forecast future dividends or share prices.
Review and update policy
This page was reviewed on August 6, 2026 for formula wording, default inputs, FAQ coverage, and related calculator links. Investing and AI cost calculators do not pull live market prices or account-specific pricing, so you should enter the latest values yourself.
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