SCHD Dividend History & Payment Dates
SCHD has paid a quarterly dividend since 2011 — see every ex-dividend date, payout amount, and yield on record.
Looking to project your SCHD dividend growth? Use our SCHD dividend calculator to model total returns with DRIP, tax, and inflation settings.
SCHD Next Dividend Date
SCHD's latest dividend distribution was $0.2525 per share for Q2 2026, with an ex-dividend date of June 24, 2026 and a pay date of June 29, 2026. Details for the next projected distribution are below.
SCHD Dividend Payment Schedule (2026)
SCHD pays quarterly dividends in March, June, September, and December.
SCHD Dividend History & Payment Data
The table below contains the complete dividend payment history for the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF™ (SCHD), with ${loadHistoricalDividends().length} payments recorded since its October 2011 inception.
Note: SCHD underwent a 3-for-1 stock split on October 11, 2024. All historical dividend amounts in this table have been split-adjusted to reflect accurate dividend growth and yield trends relative to today's share price.
For distributions before September 2015, dates reflect standard settlement-cycle timing in effect during that period (Ex-Dividend Date two business days before Record Date, per SEC T+3 settlement rules prior to September 2017).
SCHD Dividend Growth Rate History
SCHD's dividend has grown in most years since its 2011 inception, though the growth rate varies by measurement period — a 5-year window and a 10-year window can show meaningfully different figures depending on the starting and ending years compared. The stats and chart below break down SCHD's year-over-year dividend growth and multi-year CAGR using its complete, split-adjusted dividend history.
5-Year CAGR
9.15%
2020–2025
10-Year CAGR
10.61%
2015–2025
Since 2012 CAGR
10.99%
2012–2025
Year-over-Year Dividend Growth Rate, 2013–2025
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Calculated using total annual dividends paid in each complete calendar year (2012–2025). 2011 and 2026 are excluded as partial years — SCHD's first distribution was a single payment in December 2011, and 2026 has only some quarterly payments to date. Figures may differ slightly from trailing-twelve-month (TTM) yield calculations shown elsewhere on this site, which compare rolling quarters rather than full calendar years.
Dividend growth reflects SCHD's actual paid history and is not a projection. For modeling future income based on a chosen growth-rate assumption, use the SCHD Dividend Calculator on the homepage.
Dividend Yield History & Analysis
Yield summary cards use SCHD's latest share price for comparison; the table below shows historical yield calculated at each dividend date's share price.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
When will SCHD pay its next dividend?
SCHD's next expected ex-dividend date is September 23, 2026, with payment on September 28, 2026.
How often does SCHD pay dividends?
SCHD pays dividends quarterly (four times per year) in the months of March, June, September, and December.
Has SCHD ever cut or paused its dividend?
No — SCHD has paid a quarterly dividend without interruption since its October 2011 inception, a track record of 15 consecutive years. While the exact dividend amount has fluctuated slightly quarter to quarter, there has been no missed, skipped, or suspended payment on record.
How much does SCHD pay in dividends?
SCHD's quarterly dividend has grown from under $0.05 per share at its 2011 inception to $0.2525 per share in June 29, 2026. The last dividend was $0.2525 per share, paid in June 29, 2026.
Are SCHD dividends qualified?
SCHD distributions may generally include qualified dividends for U.S. investors who meet IRS holding-period requirements. Qualified dividends are usually taxed at 0%, 15%, or 20%, depending on taxable income and filing status. Final tax treatment can vary, so investors should verify their tax forms or consult a tax professional.
What is SCHD's dividend yield?
SCHD's current TTM dividend yield is approximately 3.30%, with historical yields ranging from 3.02% - 3.85% over the past 5 years.
What is an Ex-Dividend Date?
The ex-dividend date is the cutoff for receiving the next dividend. You must own the stock before this date to be eligible. If you buy on or after this date, the seller gets the dividend. The stock's price often drops by the dividend amount on this day.
What is a Record Date?
The record date is when the company identifies all the shareholders who will receive the dividend. It's usually one business day after the ex-dividend date. You must be on the company's books as a shareholder on this date to get paid.
What is a Payable Date?
The payable date, or payment date, is when the dividend is actually sent to shareholders. You can expect the cash to be deposited into your brokerage account on or shortly after this date.
Did SCHD have a stock split?
Yes. SCHD underwent a 3-for-1 forward stock split effective October 10, 2024, reducing its share price and dividend-per-share proportionally while leaving the total value of an investor's holdings unchanged. Dividend amounts shown throughout this page are split-adjusted, so historical and current figures are directly comparable.