Determine the actual output or return received
Determine the initial input, cost, or investment
Divide the actual output by the initial input
Multiply the result by 100 to get a percentage
Use the formula: Yield = (Actual Output ÷ Initial Input) × 100
For bond yield, use: Yield = Annual Interest ÷ Current Bond Price × 100
For dividend yield, use: Yield = Annual Dividend ÷ Share Price × 100
For crop yield, use: Yield = Harvested Amount ÷ Land Area
For chemical yield, use: Percent Yield = (Actual Yield ÷ Theoretical Yield) × 100