Growth of $10,000 in VBK
Vanguard Small-cap Growth Index Fund · Vanguard
A $10,000 investment compounding at VBK’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 11.4% would reach $86,017 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.05% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (16.6%) | At 5-year avg (5.3%) | At 10-year avg (11.4%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $21,515 | $12,915 | $17,126 |
| 10 years | $46,291 | $16,681 | $29,329 |
| 15 years | $99,596 | $21,544 | $50,227 |
| 20 years | $214,285 | $27,825 | $86,017 |
| 25 years | $461,040 | $35,938 | $147,309 |
| 30 years | $991,942 | $46,416 | $252,276 |
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 VBK be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 11.4%, $10,000 in VBK would grow to about $29,329 in 10 years and $86,017 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is VBK's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, VBK's annualized total returns were 16.6% over 3 years, 5.3% over 5 years, 11.4% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.05% expense ratio.