Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)
Vanguard
4.7
0.03% expense ratio. $565B+ AUM. Broadest U.S. market exposure. Industry benchmark.
Editorial score
4.7 / 5
Product type
index fund etf
Our take
VTI is the benchmark total U.S. stock market ETF with $565B+ in assets and a 0.03% expense ratio. Covers over 3,700 stocks across all market caps. Available at any brokerage — not exclusive to Vanguard.
Pros and cons
Pros
- +$565B+ AUM — industry benchmark
- +$565B+ AUM — industry benchmark
- +Available at any brokerage
- +Available at any brokerage
- +3,700+ stocks for maximum diversification
- +3,700+ stocks for maximum diversification
Cons
- −0.03% expense ratio (vs 0.00% for FZROX)
- −0.03% expense ratio (vs 0.00% for FZROX)
- −Must buy full shares at most brokers (no fractional at Vanguard)
- −Must buy full shares at most brokers (no fractional at Vanguard)
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Full details
| key features | 3,700+ stocks, available anywhere, industry benchmark, Vanguard-owned |
| expense ratio | 0.03 |
| account minimum | Price of 1 share |
| headline metric | 0.03% expense ratio |
| secondary metric | $565B+ in assets |
| expense ratio display | 0.03% |
Frequently asked questions
What fees should I watch for with Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)?
Check expense ratios on funds, trading commissions, account maintenance fees, and margin rates if you borrow. Fee-free trading does not always mean zero costs.
Is Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) a good fit for beginners?
VTI is the benchmark total U.S. stock market ETF with $565B+ in assets and a 0.03% expense ratio. Covers over 3,700 stocks across all market caps. Available at any brokerage — not exclusive to Vanguard.
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Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI)