Growth of $10,000 in VUG
Vanguard Growth Index Fund · Vanguard
A $10,000 investment compounding at VUG’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 17.8% would reach $266,145 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.03% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (24.1%) | At 5-year avg (13.0%) | At 10-year avg (17.8%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $29,387 | $18,457 | $22,713 |
| 10 years | $86,361 | $34,066 | $51,589 |
| 15 years | $253,791 | $62,876 | $117,176 |
| 20 years | $745,823 | $116,049 | $266,145 |
| 25 years | $2,191,767 | $214,192 | $604,501 |
| 30 years | $6,441,000 | $395,334 | $1,373,018 |
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 VUG be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 17.8%, $10,000 in VUG would grow to about $51,589 in 10 years and $266,145 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is VUG's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, VUG's annualized total returns were 24.1% over 3 years, 13.0% over 5 years, 17.8% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.03% expense ratio.