The Best Total Bond Market ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Total Bond Market ETFs.
Total bond market ETFs invest in a diversified portfolio of bonds from various issuers, including government entities, municipalities, and corporations. These ETFs may provide exposure to bonds of different maturities and credit ratings. The goal of these ETFs is to provide broad-based exposure to the bond market and may be used to diversify an investment portfolio. In addition, these ETFs tend to have lower volatility and provide a steady income stream through interest payments.
- Number of ETFs
- 7
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.07%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 3.29%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 4.46%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 39 / 100
The Best Total Bond Market ETFs
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Best Total Bond Market ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Total Bond Market ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are SPAB (40) and SCHZ (40).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR Portfolio Aggregate Bond ETF | 40 | 9.60B | May 2007 | |
| Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 40 | 10.55B | Jul 2011 | |
| Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 39 | 394.40B | Apr 2007 | |
| iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 39 | 138.36B | Sep 2003 | |
| BNY Mellon Core Bond ETF | 39 | 2.15B | Apr 2020 |
Best-Performing Total Bond Market ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Total Bond Market ETFs is AGG (-0.14%).
Across the lineup, Total Bond Market ETFs show an average 1-year return of 4.46% and an average 5-year return of -0.16%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | -0.14% | 138.36B | Sep 2003 | |
| SPDR Portfolio Aggregate Bond ETF | -0.16% | 9.60B | May 2007 | |
| Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | -0.16% | 394.40B | Apr 2007 | |
| Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | -0.17% | 10.55B | Jul 2011 | |
| BNY Mellon Core Bond ETF | -0.18% | 2.15B | Apr 2020 |
Lowest-Cost Total Bond Market ETFs
The top Total Bond Market ETFs is SPAB (0.03%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.07%, Total Bond Market 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR Portfolio Aggregate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 9.60B | May 2007 | |
| Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 10.55B | Jul 2011 | |
| Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 0.03% | 394.40B | Apr 2007 | |
| iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 0.03% | 138.36B | Sep 2003 | |
| iShares Total USD Fixed Income Market ETF | 0.09% | 29.47M | Dec 2025 |
Highest-Yield Total Bond Market ETFs
The top Total Bond Market ETFs is BKAG (4.29%).
Across the lineup, Total Bond Market ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.29%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BNY Mellon Core Bond ETF | 4.29% | 2.15B | Apr 2020 | |
| Schwab U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 4.15% | 10.55B | Jul 2011 | |
| SPDR Portfolio Aggregate Bond ETF | 4.08% | 9.60B | May 2007 | |
| iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF | 4.01% | 138.36B | Sep 2003 | |
| Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF | 3.99% | 394.40B | Apr 2007 |
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