Trailing Dividend / Share
$2.04
The Coca-Cola Company (KO) Dividend History
Income profile from 1970 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
Dividend Yield
2.6%
Payout Ratio
67.0%
Watch
Dividend Streak
35 years
KO Dividend Income Check
Safety
67.0% payout ratio with watch safety profile.
Consistency
35 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 3.9% and trend is rising.
KO Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Dividend Yield2.6%
Trailing DPS$2.04
FrequencyAnnual
Payments / 12M4
Payout Safety
Earnings Payout67.0%
Earnings SafetyWatch
FCF Payout69.7%
FCF SafetyAdequate
Piotroski F-Score7/9
Growth
Growth Streak35 years
3Y CAGR5.0%
5Y CAGR4.5%
Yield on Cost (5Y)3.9%
YOC Trendrising
Total Returns
Buyback Yield0.2%
Total Shareholder Yield2.8%
1Y Total Return12.3%
5Y Total Return62.7%
Div Contribution (5Y)17.4%
Estimated $10K growth (return + dividends):
5Y ago$16,26810Y ago$21,21620Y ago$49,239
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.
KO Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (57 years of payments)
KO Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Coca-Cola Company distributes 67.0% of earnings as dividends (Watch). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 69.7%, rated "Adequate".
Piotroski F-Score: 7/9 — strong financial health.
Growth Track Record
KO has raised its dividend for 35 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 5.0% and 5-year CAGR of 4.5%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, KO returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 2.6% dividend yield, 0.2% buyback yield, 2.8% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 3.9% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 62.7%, with dividends contributing 17.4% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $21,216 today.
KO Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Annual
TTM Total$9.37
Avg/Payment$0.4685
Latest Change+3.9%
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026Latest | $0.5300 | ↑ +3.9% | 2.66% | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.5100 | — | 2.84% | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $0.5100 | — | 3.04% | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.5100 | — | 2.80% | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.5100 | ↑ +5.2% | 2.84% | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.4850 | — | 3.03% | Dec 16, 2024 |
| Sep 13, 2024 | $0.4850 | — | 2.68% | Oct 1, 2024 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.4850 | — | 3.02% | Jul 1, 2024 |
KO Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
#6 yield in peer group
Div Yield
2.6%
#6 of 7
Safety
Watch
67.0% payout
Streak
35Y
4.5% 5Y CAGR
Total Shareholder
2.8%
#6 of 7
| Company | Mkt Cap | Yield | Payout | Streak | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOThe Coca-Cola Compan… | $337.8B | 2.6% | 67.0% | 35 | Watch |
3rd  PEPPepsiCo, Inc. | $211.9B | 3.6% | 92.7% | 25 | At Risk |
 CELHCelsius Holdings, In… | $8.6B | 0.5% | — | 1 | Unknown |
1st  FIZZNational Beverage Co… | $3.3B | 9.3% | 1.6% | 4 | Sustainable |
 KDPKeurig Dr Pepper Inc… | $39.3B | 3.2% | 60.1% | 7 | Watch |
 STZConstellation Brands… | $26.0B | 2.7% | — | 4 | Unknown |
2nd  TAPMolson Coors Beverag… | $7.9B | 4.6% | — | 5 | Unknown |
KO Annual Dividend History (1970–2026)
57 years of dividend data
GrowthDecline
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.53 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1.0% |
| 2025 | $2.04 | 5.2% | 4 | $3.04 | 67.1% | 1.49x | 3.9% |
| 2024 | $1.94 | 5.4% | 4 | $2.46 | 78.9% | 1.27x | 3.7% |
| 2023 | $1.84 | 4.5% | 4 | $2.47 | 74.5% | 1.34x | 3.5% |
| 2022 | $1.76 | 4.8% | 4 | $2.19 | 80.4% | 1.24x | 3.3% |
| 2021 | $1.68 | 2.4% | 4 | $2.25 | 74.7% | 1.34x | 3.2% |
| 2020 | $1.64 | 2.5% | 4 | $1.79 | 91.6% | 1.09x | 3.1% |
| 2019 | $1.60 | 2.6% | 4 | $2.07 | 77.3% | 1.29x | 3.0% |
| 2018 | $1.56 | 5.4% | 4 | $1.50 | 104.0% | 0.96x | 3.0% |
| 2017 | $1.48 | 5.7% | 4 | $0.29 | 510.3% | 0.20x | 2.8% |
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Start ComparisonKO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KO stock.
How much dividend does KO pay per share?
The Coca-Cola Company (KO) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $2.04 per share, with a current dividend yield of +2.6%. Payments are made Annual.
When is KO's next ex-dividend date?
KO's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. KO typically pays dividends Annual.
Is KO's dividend safe?
KO's dividend safety is rated "Watch" based on an earnings payout ratio of +67.0% and FCF payout ratio of +69.7%. With 35 consecutive years of dividend growth, the track record supports sustainability.
Is KO a Dividend Aristocrat?
Yes, The Coca-Cola Company is classified as a Dividend Aristocrat with 35 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +4.5%, demonstrating modest dividend growth.
How often does KO pay dividends?
The Coca-Cola Company pays dividends Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $2.04 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 56+ years from 1970 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in KO grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in KO five years ago would be worth approximately $16,268 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is KO's yield on cost for long-term holders?
KO's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +3.9% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +2.6% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.