Growth of $10,000 in VNQ
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A $10,000 investment compounding at VNQ’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 4.9% would reach $26,231 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.13% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (9.7%) | At 5-year avg (2.2%) | At 10-year avg (4.9%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $15,858 | $11,155 | $12,726 |
| 10 years | $25,147 | $12,443 | $16,196 |
| 15 years | $39,877 | $13,880 | $20,612 |
| 20 years | $63,236 | $15,483 | $26,231 |
| 25 years | $100,278 | $17,272 | $33,383 |
| 30 years | $159,018 | $19,266 | $42,485 |
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 VNQ be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 4.9%, $10,000 in VNQ would grow to about $16,196 in 10 years and $26,231 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is VNQ's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, VNQ's annualized total returns were 9.7% over 3 years, 2.2% over 5 years, 4.9% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.13% expense ratio.