Growth of $10,000 in VOT
Vanguard Mid-cap Growth Index Fund · Vanguard
A $10,000 investment compounding at VOT’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 11.9% would reach $94,924 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 (14.7%) | At 5-year avg (5.4%) | At 10-year avg (11.9%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $19,879 | $13,032 | $17,553 |
| 10 years | $39,516 | $16,985 | $30,810 |
| 15 years | $78,552 | $22,135 | $54,080 |
| 20 years | $156,149 | $28,847 | $94,924 |
| 25 years | $310,402 | $37,595 | $166,618 |
| 30 years | $617,035 | $48,996 | $292,460 |
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 VOT be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 11.9%, $10,000 in VOT would grow to about $30,810 in 10 years and $94,924 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is VOT's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, VOT's annualized total returns were 14.7% over 3 years, 5.4% over 5 years, 11.9% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.05% expense ratio.