Quick answer
100 shares at $50 paying $2 a year earn $200 a year ($16.67 a month), a 4% yield.
How it works
Your dividend income is the number of shares times the dividend each share pays. The yield is that dividend as a percentage of the share price.
Formula
Income = shares × dividend per share · Yield = dividend ÷ price × 100
Assumptions & limitations
- Results are rounded for display.
Frequently asked questions
Are dividends guaranteed?
No. Companies can cut or stop dividends at any time.
Is this before tax?
Yes. Dividends may be taxed depending on your account type and where you live.