Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM) Dividend History
Income profile from 1992 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
KIM Dividend Income Check
Safety
1.2% payout ratio with sustainable safety profile.
Consistency
2 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 7.0% and trend is rising.
KIM Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Payout Safety
Growth
Total Returns
Uses precomputed total return metrics from screening data (not lot-by-lot dividend reinvestment transactions). KIM's recent 5Y regime has been stronger than its full 10Y period, so 5Y can appear higher than 10Y.
KIM Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (35 years of payments)
KIM Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
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Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
Kimco Realty Corporation distributes 1.2% of earnings as dividends (Sustainable). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 84.7%, rated "Stretched".
Piotroski F-Score: 5/9 — moderate financial health.
Growth Track Record
KIM has raised its dividend for 2 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 6.3% and 5-year CAGR of 13.3%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, KIM returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 4.3% dividend yield, 0.8% buyback yield, 5.1% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 7.0% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 43.0%, with dividends contributing 23.1% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $11,561 today.
KIM Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Semi-Annual
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2026Latest | $0.2600 | — | 4.25% | Jun 18, 2026 |
| Mar 6, 2026 | $0.2600 | — | 4.38% | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Dec 5, 2025 | $0.2600 | ↑ +4.0% | 5.02% | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Sep 5, 2025 | $0.2500 | — | 4.39% | Sep 19, 2025 |
| Jun 6, 2025 | $0.2500 | — | 4.72% | Jun 20, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 2025 | $0.2500 | — | 4.57% | Mar 21, 2025 |
| Dec 5, 2024 | $0.2500 | ↑ +4.2% | 3.86% | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Sep 5, 2024 | $0.2400 | — | 4.54% | Sep 19, 2024 |
KIM Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
| Company | Mkt Cap | Yield | Payout | Streak | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3rd | $16.4B | 4.3% | 1.2% | 2 | Sustainable |
| $14.1B | 3.7% | 97.0% | 12 | At Risk | |
| $10.4B | 3.8% | 94.4% | 18 | At Risk | |
1st | $250M | 100.0% | 2.0% | 1 | Sustainable |
| $9.5B | 3.7% | 91.7% | 12 | At Risk | |
| $2.8B | 3.7% | 7.5% | 2 | Sustainable | |
| $68.6B | 4.1% | 60.5% | 4 | Watch | |
| $6.1B | 2.9% | — | 0 | Unknown | |
2nd | $1.5B | 5.3% | 56.7% | 4 | Sustainable |
KIM Annual Dividend History (1991–2026)
36 years of dividend data
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.52 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 3.6% |
| 2025 | $1.01 | 4.1% | 4 | $0.83 | 121.7% | 0.82x | 7.0% |
| 2024 | $0.97 | -4.9% | 4 | $0.55 | 176.4% | 0.57x | 6.8% |
| 2023 | $1.02 | 21.4% | 4 | $1.02 | 100.0% | 1.00x | 7.1% |
| 2022 | $0.84 | 23.5% | 4 | $0.16 | 525.0% | 0.19x | 5.9% |
| 2021 | $0.68 | 25.9% | 4 | $1.60 | 42.5% | 2.35x | 4.7% |
| 2020 | $0.54 | -51.8% | 3 | $2.25 | 24.0% | 4.17x | 3.8% |
| 2019 | $1.12 | 0.0% | 4 | $0.75 | 149.3% | 0.67x | 7.8% |
| 2018 | $1.12 | 2.8% | 4 | $1.18 | 94.9% | 1.05x | 7.8% |
| 2017 | $1.09 | 5.3% | 4 | $0.87 | 125.3% | 0.80x | 7.6% |
Full Stock Analysis
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Intrinsic Valuation
DCF models, multiple analysis, and analyst estimates.
Historical Returns
34+ years return with dividends reinvested.
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KIM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KIM stock.
How much dividend does KIM pay per share?
Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $1.06 per share, with a current dividend yield of +4.3%. Payments are made Semi-Annual.
When is KIM's next ex-dividend date?
KIM's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. KIM typically pays dividends Semi-Annual.
Is KIM's dividend safe?
KIM's dividend safety is rated "Sustainable" based on an earnings payout ratio of +1.2% and FCF payout ratio of +84.7%. The 2-year growth streak provides moderate confidence.
How many years has KIM increased its dividend?
KIM has 2 consecutive years of dividend growth. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +13.3%.
How often does KIM pay dividends?
Kimco Realty Corporation pays dividends Semi-Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $1.06 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 34+ years from 1992 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in KIM grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in KIM five years ago would be worth approximately $14,304 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is KIM's yield on cost for long-term holders?
KIM's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +7.0% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +4.3% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.