The Progressive Corporation (PGR) Dividend History
Income profile from 1985 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
PGR Dividend Income Check
Safety
7.9% payout ratio with sustainable safety profile.
Consistency
2 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 5.0% and trend is rising.
PGR Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Payout Safety
Growth
Total Returns
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PGR Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (41 years of payments)
PGR Dividend Safety Story
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Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
The Progressive Corporation distributes 7.9% of earnings as dividends (Sustainable). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 3.9%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 7/9 — strong financial health.
Growth Track Record
PGR has raised its dividend for 2 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 130.5% and 5-year CAGR of 13.1%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, PGR returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 0.6% dividend yield, 0.5% buyback yield, 1.1% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 5.0% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is 146.0%, with dividends contributing 24.1% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $75,067 today.
PGR Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Quarterly
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2026Latest | $0.1000 | — | 6.78% | Jul 10, 2026 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | $0.1000 | ↓ -99.3% | 7.12% | Apr 10, 2026 |
| Jan 2, 2026 | $13.6000 | ↑ +13500.0% | 8.72% | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | $0.1000 | — | 2.01% | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Jul 3, 2025 | $0.1000 | — | 1.87% | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Apr 3, 2025 | $0.1000 | ↓ -97.8% | 1.71% | Apr 11, 2025 |
| Jan 10, 2025 | $4.6000 | ↑ +4500.0% | 2.44% | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Oct 3, 2024 | $0.1000 | — | 45.59% | Oct 11, 2024 |
PGR Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
| Company | Mkt Cap | Yield | Payout | Streak | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $120.1B | 0.6% | 7.9% | 2 | Sustainable | |
| $56.9B | 1.8% | 10.1% | 15 | Sustainable | |
| $66.6B | 1.4% | 15.6% | 20 | Sustainable | |
| $35.3B | 1.6% | 15.4% | 13 | Sustainable | |
| $10.2B | 2.2% | 45.5% | 9 | Sustainable | |
2nd | $1.5B | 5.1% | 55.5% | 1 | Sustainable |
3rd | $23.1B | 2.6% | — | 6 | Unknown |
| $25.2B | 2.6% | 39.4% | 1 | Sustainable | |
1st | $12.0B | 8.6% | 81.9% | 9 | Watch |
PGR Annual Dividend History (1985–2026)
42 years of dividend data
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $13.80 | — | 3 | — | — | — | 14.2% |
| 2025 | $4.90 | 326.1% | 4 | — | — | — | 5.0% |
| 2024 | $1.15 | 187.5% | 4 | $14.40 | 8.0% | 12.52x | 1.2% |
| 2023 | $0.40 | 0.0% | 4 | $6.58 | 6.1% | 16.45x | 0.4% |
| 2022 | $0.40 | -93.7% | 4 | $1.18 | 33.9% | 2.95x | 0.4% |
| 2021 | $6.40 | 141.5% | 5 | $5.66 | 113.1% | 0.88x | 6.6% |
| 2020 | $2.65 | -5.8% | 4 | $9.66 | 27.4% | 3.65x | 2.7% |
| 2019 | $2.81 | 150.2% | 4 | $6.72 | 41.9% | 2.39x | 2.9% |
| 2018 | $1.12 | 65.2% | 1 | $4.46 | 25.2% | 3.97x | 1.2% |
| 2017 | $0.68 | -23.4% | 1 | $2.72 | 25.0% | 4.00x | 0.7% |
Full Stock Analysis
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Intrinsic Valuation
DCF models, multiple analysis, and analyst estimates.
Historical Returns
41+ years return with dividends reinvested.
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PGR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PGR stock.
How much dividend does PGR pay per share?
The Progressive Corporation (PGR) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $1.15 per share, with a current dividend yield of +0.6%. Payments are made Quarterly.
When is PGR's next ex-dividend date?
PGR's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. PGR typically pays dividends Quarterly.
Is PGR's dividend safe?
PGR's dividend safety is rated "Sustainable" based on an earnings payout ratio of +7.9% and FCF payout ratio of +3.9%. The 2-year growth streak provides moderate confidence.
How many years has PGR increased its dividend?
PGR has 2 consecutive years of dividend growth. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +13.1%.
How often does PGR pay dividends?
The Progressive Corporation pays dividends Quarterly. The trailing 12-month total is $1.15 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 41+ years from 1985 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in PGR grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in PGR five years ago would be worth approximately $24,604 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is PGR's yield on cost for long-term holders?
PGR's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +5.0% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +0.6% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.