The Best Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual Funds
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Inflation-Protected Bonds mutual funds.
- Number of Funds
- 59
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.46%
- Avg. Yield
- 4.43%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 2.31%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 21 / 100
The Best Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual Funds
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Best Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds by Risk/Return Score
The top Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are VTSPX (89) and VTIPX (89).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities... | 89 | — | Oct 2012 | |
| Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities... | 89 | — | Oct 2012 | |
| Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities... | 89 | 71.10B | Oct 2012 | |
| SEI Multi-Asset Real Return Fund Class A | 85 | — | Jul 2011 | |
| American Century Short Duration Inflation Protecti... | 77 | 1.19B | May 2005 |
Best-Performing Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds Over 5 Years
The top Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds is SEIAX (6.35%).
Across the lineup, Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds show an average 1-year return of 2.31% and an average 5-year return of 0.71%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEI Multi-Asset Real Return Fund Class A | 6.35% | — | Jul 2011 | |
| Allspring Real Return Fund | 4.55% | — | Feb 2003 | |
| DFA Global Core Plus Real Return Portfolio | 4.26% | — | May 2021 | |
| Eaton Vance Short Duration Inflation-Protected Inc... | 3.27% | — | Mar 2010 | |
| Eaton Vance Short Duration Inflation-Protected Inc... | 3.22% | — | Mar 2010 |
Lowest-Cost Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds
The top Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds is RRPAX (0.02%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.46%, Inflation-Protected Bonds 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEI Institutional Investments Trust Real Return Fu... | 0.02% | — | Dec 2006 | |
| Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities... | 0.04% | — | Oct 2012 | |
| Fidelity Inflation-Protected Bond Index Fund | 0.05% | — | May 2012 | |
| Schwab Treasury Inflation Protected Securities Ind... | 0.05% | — | Mar 2006 | |
| Fidelity SAI Inflation-Protected Bond Index Fund | 0.05% | — | Aug 2024 |
Highest-Yield Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds
The top Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds is IPBAX (12.03%).
Across the lineup, Inflation-Protected Bonds Mutual funds 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allspring Real Return Fund | 12.03% | — | Feb 2003 | |
| DFA LTIP Portfolio | 7.44% | — | Mar 2012 | |
| PIMCO Long-Term Real Return Fund | 6.91% | — | Nov 2001 | |
| PGIM TIPS Fund | 5.78% | — | Nov 2016 | |
| T. Rowe Price Inflation Protected Bond Fund | 5.61% | — | Oct 2002 |
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