BLV Distribution History & Yield
Vanguard Long-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares · NYSEArca
Upcoming distribution payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days) | Oct 15, 2026 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, Oct 31, 2026 (in 53 days) | Nov 14, 2026 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 (in 83 days) | Dec 14, 2026 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 (in 113 days) | Jan 13, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 (in 143 days) | Feb 12, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Sun, Feb 28, 2027 (in 173 days) | Mar 14, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 30, 2027 (in 203 days) | Apr 13, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 (in 233 days) | May 13, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Sat, May 29, 2027 (in 263 days) | Jun 12, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Mon, Jun 28, 2027 (in 293 days) | Jul 12, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jul 28, 2027 (in 323 days) | Aug 11, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
| Fri, Aug 27, 2027 (in 353 days) | Sep 10, 2027 | $0.2738 | $27.38 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from BLV's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the fund announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $3.286 per share.
Distribution payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual distributions per share
How much BLV do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 366 | $24,026 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 1,826 | $120,128 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 3,652 | $240,256 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 4.99%. $10,000 in BLV would currently pay about $499 a year ($42 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
BLV distribution history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | — | $0.281 | +0.0% |
| Aug 3, 2026 | — | $0.281 | +3.3% |
| Jul 1, 2026 | — | $0.272 | -3.5% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | — | $0.282 | +2.9% |
| May 1, 2026 | — | $0.274 | -3.5% |
| Apr 1, 2026 | — | $0.284 | +13.1% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | — | $0.251 | -9.4% |
| Feb 2, 2026 | — | $0.277 | -0.7% |
| Dec 18, 2025 | — | $0.279 | +4.1% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | — | $0.268 | -1.5% |
| Nov 3, 2025 | — | $0.272 | +2.6% |
| Oct 1, 2025 | — | $0.265 | -3.3% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | — | $0.274 | -2.1% |
| Aug 1, 2025 | — | $0.28 | +1.8% |
| Jul 1, 2025 | — | $0.275 | -0.4% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | — | $0.276 | +6.2% |
| May 1, 2025 | — | $0.26 | -5.8% |
| Apr 1, 2025 | — | $0.276 | +10.4% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | — | $0.25 | -7.4% |
| Feb 3, 2025 | — | $0.27 | -1.8% |
| Dec 24, 2024 | — | $0.275 | +3.8% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | — | $0.265 | -2.2% |
| Nov 1, 2024 | — | $0.271 | +5.0% |
| Oct 1, 2024 | — | $0.258 | -2.6% |
Payout risk check
BLV's last 12 distributions were very stable (consistency score 97/100).
Its share price moved -4.6% over the past year.
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Vanguard Long-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares
This index includes all medium and larger issues of U.S. government, investment-grade corporate, and investment-grade international dollar-denominated bonds that have maturities of greater than 10 years and are publicly issued. All of the fund's investments will be selected through the sampling process, and at least 80% of the fund's assets will be invested in bonds held in the index.
Fund family: Vanguard. Category: Long-Term Bond. First distribution on our records: May 1, 2007. 232 payments tracked.
BLV distribution FAQ
When is BLV's next ex-distribution date?
BLV's next ex-distribution date is Oct 1, 2026 (in 23 days, estimated from its monthly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.2738 per share, expected on Oct 15, 2026.
How often does BLV pay distributions?
BLV pays distributions every month, 12 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.281 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is BLV's distribution yield?
BLV's trailing 12-month distribution yield is 4.99%, based on $3.286 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $65.79. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $3.286 per share, is 4.99%.
How much does BLV pay per share?
BLV pays about $0.2738 per share each month, which works out to roughly $3.286 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $328.60 a year.
Has BLV grown or cut its distribution?
BLV has raised its annual distribution for 3 consecutive years. Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 1.4% a year (+1.7% over the last year). There has been no cut to a regular payment in the last 5 years.
How many shares of BLV do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 4.99%, you would need about 366 shares of BLV (roughly $24,026 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every month, so the monthly figure is an average.
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