Trailing Dividend / Share
$0.24
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) Dividend History
Income profile from 2007 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
0.1%
Payout Ratio
4.2%
Sustainable
Dividend Streak
18 years
ENSG Dividend Income Check
Safety
4.2% payout ratio with sustainable safety profile.
Consistency
18 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 0.3% and trend is flat.
ENSG Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield0.1%
Trailing DPS$0.24
FrequencyAnnual
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout4.2%
Earnings SafetySustainable
FCF Payout3.5%
FCF SafetyWell Covered
Piotroski F-Score5/9
Growth
Growth Streak18 years
3Y CAGR4.3%
5Y CAGR4.5%
Yield on Cost (5Y)0.3%
YOC Trendflat
Total Returns
Buyback Yield0.2%
Total Shareholder Yield0.4%
1Y Total Return27.5%
5Y Total Return103.2%
Div Contribution (5Y)1.4%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$20,32410Y ago$85,19920Y ago$414,524
Uses precomputed total return metrics from screening data (not lot-by-lot dividend reinvestment transactions). Different time windows can produce different outcomes depending on market regime and entry point.
ENSG Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (20 years of payments)
ENSG Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Ensign Group, Inc. distributes 4.2% of earnings as dividends (Sustainable). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 3.5%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 5/9 — moderate financial health.
Growth Track Record
ENSG has raised its dividend for 18 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 4.3% and 5-year CAGR of 4.5%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, ENSG returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 0.1% dividend yield, 0.2% buyback yield, 0.4% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 0.3% and is currently flat. The 5-year total return is 103.2%, with dividends contributing 1.4% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $85,199 today.
ENSG Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Annual
TTM Total$1.18
Avg/Payment$0.0588
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026Latest | $0.0650 | — | 12.66% | Apr 30, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.0650 | ↑ +4.0% | 14.49% | Jan 31, 2026 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.0625 | — | 14.47% | Oct 31, 2025 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.0625 | — | 16.04% | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.0625 | — | 18.93% | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.0625 | ↑ +4.2% | 18.25% | Jan 31, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.0600 | — | 16.69% | Oct 31, 2024 |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.0600 | — | 19.20% | Jul 31, 2024 |
ENSG Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
#4 yield in peer group
Div Yield
0.1%
#4 of 4
Safety
Sustainable
4.2% payout
Streak
18Y
4.5% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
0.4%
#4 of 4
NHC
SEM
UHSENSG Annual Dividend History (2005–2026)
22 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.07 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 0.1% |
| 2025 | $0.25 | 4.1% | 4 | $5.84 | 4.3% | 23.13x | 0.3% |
| 2024 | $0.24 | 4.3% | 4 | $5.12 | 4.7% | 21.11x | 0.3% |
| 2023 | $0.23 | 4.5% | 4 | $3.65 | 6.4% | 15.70x | 0.3% |
| 2022 | $0.22 | 4.7% | 4 | $3.95 | 5.6% | 17.75x | 0.3% |
| 2021 | $0.21 | 4.9% | 4 | $3.42 | 6.2% | 16.09x | 0.3% |
| 2020 | $0.20 | 9.6% | 4 | $3.06 | 6.6% | 15.11x | 0.3% |
| 2019 | $0.18 | 7.9% | 4 | $1.97 | 9.4% | 10.67x | 0.2% |
| 2018 | $0.17 | 5.2% | 4 | $1.70 | 10.1% | 9.93x | 0.2% |
| 2017 | $0.16 | 6.7% | 4 | $0.77 | 21.1% | 4.73x | 0.2% |
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Start ComparisonENSG — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ENSG stock.
How much dividend does ENSG pay per share?
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $0.24 per share, with a current dividend yield of +0.1%. Payments are made Annual.
When is ENSG's next ex-dividend date?
ENSG's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. ENSG typically pays dividends Annual.
Is ENSG's dividend safe?
ENSG's dividend safety is rated "Sustainable" based on an earnings payout ratio of +4.2% and FCF payout ratio of +3.5%. With 18 consecutive years of dividend growth, the track record supports sustainability.
Is ENSG a Dividend Achiever?
Yes, The Ensign Group, Inc. is classified as a Dividend Achiever with 18 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +4.5%, demonstrating modest dividend growth.
How often does ENSG pay dividends?
The Ensign Group, Inc. pays dividends Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $0.24 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 19+ years from 2007 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in ENSG grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in ENSG five years ago would be worth approximately $20,324 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is ENSG's yield on cost for long-term holders?
ENSG's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +0.3% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +0.1% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.