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Dividend Calculator

Enter your capital and dividend yield to see monthly income, target capital, and 5-year dividend projections in one place.

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Reinvest Dividends (DRIP)
Apply Tax
Input guide

Numbers only are supported, and commas are added automatically. Dividend yield and growth rate can use decimals.

Dividend Yield Calculator

Enter capital and yield to estimate annual dividends, average monthly dividends, and payout amounts by frequency.

Quick take

Higher yield generally means faster cash flow. Use this tab to compare annual and monthly dividend income at a glance.

Annual Dividend Shown after calculation
Average Monthly Dividend Shown after calculation
Summary Use yield to estimate dividend income and compare payouts.
What this tab shows

Annual dividend, average monthly dividend, and payout-size dividend estimates in one place.

Target Capital Calculator

Estimate how much capital you need to reach a target monthly dividend.

Quick take

Set your target monthly dividend first, then estimate the capital needed and the expected timeline.

Estimated Capital Needed Shown after calculation
Target Timing Shown after calculation
Summary Set the monthly target first, then estimate the capital needed.
What this tab shows

Target monthly dividend, tax setting, and payout frequency are used to estimate the capital you need.

How it works

This page keeps the dividend calculator, dividend yield calculator, and target capital calculator in one consistent layout.

1

Enter the base values

Start with capital and dividend yield to set the calculation baseline.

2

Set payout and reinvestment

Choose payout frequency, contributions, DRIP, and tax settings for a clearer estimate.

3

Check the target

Use the target monthly dividend to estimate required capital and timing.

Core formula

Dividend income is based on capital × dividend yield, adjusted for payout frequency, growth, tax, and DRIP.

FAQ

How do I use the dividend calculator?
Enter capital, yield, payout frequency, contributions, and growth, then click Calculate to see dividends, projections, and target timing.
Is tax included?
Yes. Turn on the tax toggle to estimate after-tax dividend income.
What is DRIP?
DRIP reinvests dividends back into principal so you can estimate compounding over time.
Can I use the yield calculator and target capital calculator separately?
Yes. The yield calculator estimates annual and monthly dividends, while the target capital calculator estimates the capital needed for a target monthly dividend.
What are the example buttons for?
They fill in common dividend stocks so you can compare results without typing everything manually.
How do payout frequency and taxes affect the result?
Payout frequency changes payout size, and taxes reduce the estimated income, so both are important for realistic planning.
Which tab should I use first?
Use the yield calculator first to understand current income, then use the target capital calculator to estimate the capital needed for your goal.