Growth of $10,000 in DFAS
Dimensional U.S. Small Cap ETF · Dimensional
A $10,000 investment compounding at DFAS’s trailing 5-year annualized total return of 9.1% would reach $56,768 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.26% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (14.8%) | At 5-year avg (9.1%) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $19,896 | $15,436 |
| 10 years | $39,585 | $23,826 |
| 15 years | $78,757 | $36,777 |
| 20 years | $156,695 | $56,768 |
| 25 years | $311,758 | $87,626 |
| 30 years | $620,270 | $135,257 |
Annualized total returns as of Aug 7, 2026, dividends reinvested. A constant rate is an illustration of compounding — real markets are far bumpier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What would $10,000 in DFAS be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 5-year annualized return of 9.1%, $10,000 in DFAS would grow to about $23,826 in 10 years and $56,768 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is DFAS's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, DFAS's annualized total returns were 14.8% over 3 years, 9.1% over 5 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.26% expense ratio.