# Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares (VEIRX): Mutual Fund Facts & Distributions

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- Issuer: Vanguard · Asset class: Large Cap Equity
- Strategy: Thematic · Inception: 2001-08-13

The Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares is designed to deliver a consistent, above-average income stream to investors, all while providing access to the stock market. The fund's investment approach prioritizes companies known for their reliable and steady dividend payments, which often results in a higher yield compared to many other Vanguard equity mutual funds. However, this focus on more mature, income-generating businesses, rather than fast-growing ones, means its overall returns might be less robust during periods of strong bull market performance. This dividend-focused fund is...

## Key Facts

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $103.65 |
| Expense Ratio | 0.17% |
| Assets Under Management | $64.20B |
| NAV | $103.65 |
| Holdings Count | 192 |
| Distribution Yield (TTM) | 9.79% |
| Annual Distribution (TTM) | $10.15 /share |
| Distribution Frequency | Quarterly |
| 52-Week Range | $91.91 – $106.01 |
| Beta | 0.67 |

## Latest Distribution

- Amount: $0.5040 /share
- Ex-date: 2026-09-18
- Pay date: 2026-09-21

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does VEIRX invest in?

The Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares is designed to deliver a consistent, above-average income stream to investors, all while providing access to the stock market. The fund's investment approach prioritizes companies known for their reliable and steady dividend payments, which often results in a higher yield compared to many other Vanguard equity mutual funds. However, this focus on more mature, income-generating businesses, rather than fast-growing ones, means its overall returns might be less robust during periods of strong bull market performance. This dividend-focused fund is well-suited for individuals with an extended investment horizon who are comfortable with the typical fluctuations of the equity market.

### What is the expense ratio of VEIRX?

Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares (VEIRX) charges an expense ratio of 0.17%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

### What is VEIRX's dividend yield?

VEIRX's trailing-twelve-month yield is 9.79%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price.

### How big is VEIRX?

Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares (VEIRX) manages $64.20B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

### Is VEIRX actively managed or an index fund?

VEIRX's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

### When was VEIRX launched?

Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares (VEIRX) launched in August 2001 and is managed by Vanguard.

### Does VEIRX pay a dividend?

Yes, Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares (VEIRX) distributes dividends to shareholders. The trailing-twelve-month yield is 9.79%. Full dividend history is on this page.

### How often does VEIRX pay dividends?

Vanguard Equity Income Fund Admiral Shares pays dividends Quarterly. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### When is VEIRX's next ex-dividend date?

The most recently announced ex-dividend date for VEIRX was 2026-09-18. The next ex-date typically follows Quarterly; once announced it appears at the top of the dividend history table on this page.

### How much will VEIRX's expense ratio cost me over 30 years?

On a $10,000 investment compounding at 7% gross return, a 0.17% expense ratio quietly compounds against your balance every year. The Fee Compounding Forecast card above projects the dollar drag for any holding period and assumption you pick. The typical result for a 1.0% expense ratio on a 30-year hold is roughly 25% of the final balance lost to fees.

### How does VEIRX charge its expense ratio?

The expense ratio is deducted in tiny daily slices from VEIRX's net asset value (NAV). You never see a bill. The price quoted on every exchange is already net of fees. There's no "fee day" to avoid; the cost is continuous and built into the trading price.

### Why does VEIRX cost more than a fund like VOO?

VEIRX's strategy (current expense ratio 0.17%) is different from a broad-market index tracker like VOO, so its fee belongs to a different cohort. The Cost Verdict card above shows you where VEIRX sits within its own category, which is the comparison that actually matters.

### Are there cheaper alternatives to VEIRX?

The Lower-Fee Alternatives card above lists mutual funds following the same investment strategy as VEIRX (0.17%) but at a lower expense ratio. Each row shows the fee gap, the peer's AUM as a liquidity sanity-check, and a direct link to that fund's analysis page. Cheaper price doesn't automatically mean better. Verify the peer holds what you actually want.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/veirx
- Distribution history: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/veirx/dividend
- Holdings & diversification: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/veirx/diversification
- Fees & cheaper alternatives: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/veirx/expenses
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/veirx/peers

Data sourced from primary filings and market data providers; see https://www.dividenddata.com/methodology.