The Best Municipal — Bonds To Buy

Broad exposure to over 6,000 investment-grade U.S. munis. Key Stats: 3.37% 30-day SEC yield; 0.05% expense ratio. Best for High Income & Yield VanEck High Yield Muni ETF (HYD)

Diversified, intermediate-term investment-grade bonds. Key Stats: 3.51% 30-day SEC yield; 0.03% expense ratio. iShares National Muni Bond ETF (MUB) the best municipal bonds to buy

Most individual investors are better served by ETFs or mutual funds due to instant diversification and professional management. Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (VTEB) Broad exposure to over 6,000 investment-grade U

Actively managed mutual fund targeting superior risk-adjusted returns. Key Stats: 4.37% 1-year total return (as of March 2026). Best for Specific Tax Savings A Guide to Municipal Bonds and How To Buy Them | Chase Best for High Income & Yield VanEck High

Lower-rated municipal bonds for higher potential returns. Key Stats: 4.48% 30-day SEC yield; 0.32% expense ratio. PIMCO Municipal Bond Instl (PFMIX)