The Best MLPs ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of MLPs ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 10
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.89%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 4.58%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 23.40%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 61 / 100
The Best MLPs ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alerian MLP ETF | MLPs | Aug 23, 2010 | 0.90% | 19.50% | 6.82% | 7.44% | 57 | ||||||||
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Index ETN Class B | MLPs | Oct 8, 2015 | 0.80% | 19.78% | 3.30% | 0.00% | 43 | ||||||||
| InfraCap MLP ETF | MLPs | Oct 7, 2014 | 2.01% | 28.99% | 4.92% | 7.76% | 45 | ||||||||
| Barclays ETN+ Select MLP ETN | MLPs | Mar 13, 2013 | 0.95% | 25.60% | 4.67% | 0.00% | 66 | ||||||||
| First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure F... | MLPs | Jun 21, 2012 | 0.96% | 18.34% | 9.90% | 2.75% | 84 | ||||||||
| Global X MLP ETF | MLPs | Apr 18, 2012 | 0.77% | 18.82% | 6.14% | 7.11% | 58 | ||||||||
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series... | MLPs | Oct 8, 2015 | 0.85% | 23.57% | 8.62% | 5.84% | 64 | ||||||||
| NEOS MLP & Energy Infrastructure High Income ETF | MLPs, Energy Equities | Dec 17, 2025 | 0.68% | 20.79% | — | 7.12% | — | ||||||||
| Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF | MLPs | Aug 7, 2013 | 0.45% | 28.91% | 12.01% | 3.98% | 75 | ||||||||
| Tortoise MLP ETF | MLPs, Energy Equities | Dec 23, 2025 | 0.50% | 18.72% | — | 3.78% | — |
Best MLPs ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top MLPs ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are EMLP (84) and MLPX (75).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure F... | 84 | 4.09B | Jun 2012 | |
| Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF | 75 | 3.54B | Aug 2013 | |
| Barclays ETN+ Select MLP ETN | 66 | 656.72M | Mar 2013 | |
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series... | 64 | 223.48M | Oct 2015 | |
| Global X MLP ETF | 58 | 2.18B | Apr 2012 |
Best-Performing MLPs ETFs Over 5 Years
The top MLPs ETFs is MLPX (23.51%).
Across the lineup, MLPs ETFs show an average 1-year return of 23.40% and an average 5-year return of 19.35%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF | 23.51% | 3.54B | Aug 2013 | |
| InfraCap MLP ETF | 22.91% | 454.57M | Oct 2014 | |
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series... | 21.82% | 223.48M | Oct 2015 | |
| Alerian MLP ETF | 19.06% | 12.42B | Aug 2010 | |
| Barclays ETN+ Select MLP ETN | 18.53% | 656.72M | Mar 2013 |
Lowest-Cost MLPs ETFs
The top MLPs ETFs is MLPX (0.45%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.89%, MLPs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF | 0.45% | 3.54B | Aug 2013 | |
| Tortoise MLP ETF | 0.50% | 37.78M | Dec 2025 | |
| NEOS MLP & Energy Infrastructure High Income ETF | 0.68% | 746.33M | Dec 2025 | |
| Global X MLP ETF | 0.77% | 2.18B | Apr 2012 | |
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Index ETN Class B | 0.80% | 37.40M | Oct 2015 |
Highest-Yield MLPs ETFs
The top MLPs ETFs is AMZA (7.76%).
Across the lineup, MLPs ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.58%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| InfraCap MLP ETF | 7.76% | 454.57M | Oct 2014 | |
| Alerian MLP ETF | 7.44% | 12.42B | Aug 2010 | |
| NEOS MLP & Energy Infrastructure High Income ETF | 7.12% | 746.33M | Dec 2025 | |
| Global X MLP ETF | 7.11% | 2.18B | Apr 2012 | |
| ETRACS Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index ETN Series... | 5.84% | 223.48M | Oct 2015 |
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Top ETFs Comparisons
Compare the top ETFs symbols based on PortfoliosLab usage data.
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.
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