The Best Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 59
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.46%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 4.43%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 5.64%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 46 / 100
The Best Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs
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Best Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are ZHOG (92) and BNDS (90).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F/m Opportunistic Income ETF | 92 | 46.11M | Sep 2023 | |
| Infrastructure Capital Bond Income ETF | 90 | 17.73M | Jan 2025 | |
| Angel Oak Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF | 79 | 154.00M | Jun 2021 | |
| Cambria Fixed Income Trend ETF | 65 | — | Mar 2025 | |
| SanJac Alpha Core Plus Bond ETF | 64 | 2.28M | Sep 2024 |
Best-Performing Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs is BYLD (2.07%).
Across the lineup, Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs show an average 1-year return of 5.64% and an average 5-year return of 0.39%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Yield Optimized Bond ETF | 2.07% | 448.17M | Apr 2014 | |
| iShares Systematic Bond ETF | 1.45% | 1.13B | Feb 2015 | |
| JPMorgan Core Plus Bond ETF | 0.97% | 12.68B | Jan 2019 | |
| Fidelity Total Bond ETF | 0.68% | 26.06B | Oct 2014 | |
| State Street DoubleLine Total Return Tactical ETF | 0.49% | 4.15B | Feb 2015 |
Lowest-Cost Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs
The top Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs is BNDP (0.05%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.46%, Intermediate Core-Plus Bond 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Core-Plus Bond Index ETF | 0.05% | 117.10M | Dec 2025 | |
| iShares Core 5-10 Year USD Bond ETF | 0.06% | 276.85M | Nov 2016 | |
| iShares Core Universal USD Bond ETF | 0.06% | 41.40B | Jun 2014 | |
| iShares ESG Advanced Total USD Bond Market ETF | 0.12% | 707.00M | Jun 2020 | |
| iShares Yield Optimized Bond ETF | 0.17% | 448.17M | Apr 2014 |
Highest-Yield Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs
The top Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs is BNDS (7.97%).
Across the lineup, Intermediate Core-Plus Bond ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.43%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure Capital Bond Income ETF | 7.97% | 17.73M | Jan 2025 | |
| Neos Enhanced Income Aggregate Bond ETF | 5.83% | 172.62M | Aug 2022 | |
| Angel Oak Mortgage-Backed Securities ETF | 5.62% | 154.00M | Jun 2021 | |
| Neuberger Total Return Bond ETF | 5.59% | 52.86M | Dec 2024 | |
| NYLI MacKay Core Plus Bond ETF | 5.51% | 306.67M | Jun 2021 |
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
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