Growth of $10,000 in DFAU
Dimensional US Core Equity Market ETF · Dimensional
A $10,000 investment compounding at DFAU’s trailing 5-year annualized total return of 12.9% would reach $113,208 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.12% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (20.5%) | At 5-year avg (12.9%) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $25,438 | $18,343 |
| 10 years | $64,707 | $33,646 |
| 15 years | $164,599 | $61,718 |
| 20 years | $418,700 | $113,208 |
| 25 years | $1,065,072 | $207,658 |
| 30 years | $2,709,285 | $380,906 |
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 DFAU be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 5-year annualized return of 12.9%, $10,000 in DFAU would grow to about $33,646 in 10 years and $113,208 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is DFAU's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, DFAU's annualized total returns were 20.5% over 3 years, 12.9% over 5 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.12% expense ratio.