The Best Dividend Mutual Funds
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Dividend mutual funds.
Dividend mutual funds are a type of mutual fund that invests in a portfolio of stocks that pay dividends. These dividends are then distributed to the shareholders of the mutual fund. Dividend mutual funds provide a way for investors to receive a steady income stream from a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying stocks. Dividend mutual funds can be found in various sectors, such as technology, healthcare, or energy, and can be focused on a specific country or region.
- Number of Funds
- 39
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.74%
- Avg. Yield
- 8.08%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 21.66%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 58 / 100
The Best Dividend Mutual Funds
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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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5 Years
Best Dividend Mutual funds by Risk/Return Score
The top Dividend Mutual funds by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are FDGDX (88) and PMAIX (87).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Advisor 529 Dividend Growth Portfolio Cla... | 88 | — | Apr 2015 | |
| Pioneer Multi-Asset Income Fund A | 87 | — | Dec 2011 | |
| EuroPac International Dividend Income Fund Class A | 85 | — | Jan 2014 | |
| Fidelity Dividend Growth Fund | 85 | — | Apr 1993 | |
| Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund Admiral Sh... | 80 | 94.60B | Feb 2019 |
Best-Performing Dividend Mutual funds Over 5 Years
The top Dividend Mutual funds is FDGFX (15.83%).
Across the lineup, Dividend Mutual funds show an average 1-year return of 21.66% and an average 5-year return of 10.10%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Dividend Growth Fund | 15.83% | — | Apr 1993 | |
| Fidelity Advisor 529 Dividend Growth Portfolio Cla... | 14.78% | — | Apr 2015 | |
| American Funds Fundamental Investors® Class F-2 | 14.74% | — | Aug 1978 | |
| PGIM Jennison Rising Dividend Fund | 14.23% | — | Mar 2014 | |
| EuroPac International Dividend Income Fund Class A | 13.41% | — | Jan 2014 |
Lowest-Cost Dividend Mutual funds
The top Dividend Mutual funds is VDADX (0.07%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.74%, Dividend Mutual funds 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 Dividend Appreciation Index Fund Admiral ... | 0.07% | 124.70B | Dec 2013 | |
| Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund Admiral Sh... | 0.08% | 94.60B | Feb 2019 | |
| Vanguard Dividend Growth Fund | 0.22% | 36.80B | May 1992 | |
| Vanguard International High Dividend Yield Index F... | 0.22% | 20.00B | Mar 2016 | |
| American Funds Capital Income Builder Fund Class F... | 0.37% | — | Jul 1987 |
Highest-Yield Dividend Mutual funds
The top Dividend Mutual funds is AFNIX (31.18%).
Across the lineup, Dividend Mutual funds show an average dividend yield of 8.08%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAM/Bahl & Gaynor Income Growth Fund Class I | 31.18% | — | Jul 2012 | |
| Vanguard Dividend Growth Fund | 23.98% | 36.80B | May 1992 | |
| Hartford Equity Income Fund Class I | 12.68% | — | Aug 2003 | |
| ClearBridge Dividend Strategy Fund Class I | 12.50% | — | Feb 1996 | |
| Hartford Dividend and Growth Fund Class A | 11.54% | — | Jul 1996 |
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Top Mutual funds Comparisons
Compare the top Mutual funds symbols based on PortfoliosLab usage data.
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