The Best Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs.

Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs invest in government-issued bonds designed to protect against inflation. These ETFs provide investors with a hedge against rising prices, as the bonds' principal and interest payments are adjusted in line with inflation. This can help preserve purchasing power, but may offer lower yields compared to conventional bonds in low-inflation environments.

Number of ETFs: 40
Avg. Expense Ratio: 0.21%
Avg. Dividend Yield: 4.45%
Avg. 1 Year Return: 4.18%
Median Risk/Return Score: 44 / 100

40 results

Symbol	Full Name	Category	Inception	Expense Ratio	YTD Return	10Y Return (Annualized)	Dividend Yield	Risk / Return Rank
CPII	Ionic Inflation Protection ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Jun 28, 2022	0.74%	4.00%	—	4.06%	45
DFIP	Dimensional Inflation-Protected Securities ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Nov 15, 2021	0.11%	1.03%	—	3.90%	42
GTIP	Goldman Sachs Access Inflation Protected USD Bond ...	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Oct 2, 2018	0.12%	1.20%	—	4.71%	42
HYGI	iShares Inflation Hedged High Yield Bond ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Jun 22, 2022	0.52%	—	—	0.97%	—
IBIC	iShares iBonds Oct 2026 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 13, 2023	0.10%	2.37%	—	3.59%	98
IBID	iShares iBonds Oct 2027 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 13, 2023	0.10%	2.48%	—	3.66%	97
IBIE	iShares iBonds Oct 2028 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 13, 2023	0.10%	2.09%	—	3.25%	94
IBIF	iShares iBonds Oct 2029 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 19, 2023	0.10%	1.81%	—	3.74%	82
IBIG	iShares iBonds Oct 2030 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 19, 2023	0.10%	1.60%	—	3.89%	63
IBIH	iShares iBonds Oct 2031 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 19, 2023	0.10%	1.60%	—	3.90%	53
IBII	iShares iBonds Oct 2032 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Sep 19, 2023	0.10%	1.63%	—	4.05%	50
IBIK	iShares iBonds Oct 2034 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	May 22, 2024	0.10%	1.43%	—	3.73%	42
IBIL	iShares iBonds Oct 2035 Term TIPS ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Mar 25, 2025	0.10%	1.65%	—	3.47%	34
ICPI	iShares 0-1 Year TIPS Bond ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Nov 19, 2025	0.09%	2.67%	—	1.80%	—
IRVH	Global X Interest Rate Volatility & Inflation Hedg...	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Jul 5, 2022	0.50%	-3.45%	—	5.57%	6
IVOL	Quadratic Interest Rate Volatility & Inflation Hed...	Inflation-Protected Bonds	May 13, 2019	0.99%	-7.07%	—	3.93%	3
JCPI	JPMorgan Inflation Managed Bond ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Mar 31, 2010	0.25%	1.22%	—	3.95%	56
LDRI	iShares iBonds 1-5 Year TIPS Ladder ETF	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Nov 7, 2024	0.10%	1.73%	—	3.53%	87
LIAE	LifeX 2050 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Jan 17, 2024	0.25%	0.90%	—	9.72%	23
LIAM	LifeX 2055 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	Inflation-Protected Bonds	Jan 17, 2024	0.25%	0.99%	—	6.44%	19

Best Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are IBIC (98) and RBIL (98). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Symbol	Name	Risk / Return Rank	AUM	Inception
IBIC	iShares iBonds Oct 2026 Term TIPS ETF	98	85.92M	Sep 2023
RBIL	F/m Ultrashort Treasury Inflation-Protected Securi...	98	112.50M	Feb 2025
IBID	iShares iBonds Oct 2027 Term TIPS ETF	97	111.60M	Sep 2023
IBIE	iShares iBonds Oct 2028 Term TIPS ETF	94	154.33M	Sep 2023
STIP	iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF	93	15.82B	Dec 2010

Best-Performing Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs is RINF (5.45%). Across the lineup, Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 4.18% and an average 5-year return of 1.11%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Symbol	Name	Return 5Y	AUM	Inception
RINF	ProShares Inflation Expectations ETF	5.45%	18.37M	Jan 2012
VTIP	Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities...	3.31%	68.50B	Oct 2012
STIP	iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF	3.31%	15.82B	Dec 2010
PBTP	Invesco PureBeta 0-5 Yr US TIPS ETF	3.27%	68.90M	Sep 2017
STPZ	PIMCO 1-5 Year US TIPS Index ETF	2.83%	478.30M	Aug 2009

Lowest-Cost Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs

The top Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs is VTIP (0.03%). With an average expense ratio of 0.21%, Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Symbol	Name	Expense Ratio	AUM	Inception
VTIP	Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities...	0.03%	68.50B	Oct 2012
SCHP	Schwab U.S. TIPS ETF	0.03%	15.71B	Aug 2010
VTP	Vanguard Total Inflation-Protected Securities ETF	0.05%	122.80M	Jul 2025
STIP	iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF	0.06%	15.82B	Dec 2010
PBTP	Invesco PureBeta 0-5 Yr US TIPS ETF	0.07%	68.90M	Sep 2017

Highest-Yield Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs

The top Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs is LIBD (11.48%). Across the lineup, Inflation-Protected Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.45%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

Symbol	Name	Dividend Yield	AUM	Inception
LIBD	LifeX 2065 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	11.48%	—	Jan 2025
LIAE	LifeX 2050 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	9.72%	—	Jan 2024
LIAU	LifeX 2060 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	9.35%	—	Jan 2024
LIAM	LifeX 2055 Inflation-Protected Longevity Income ET...	6.44%	—	Jan 2024
WIP	SPDR FTSE International Government Inflation-Prote...	5.84%	543.36M	Mar 2008

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