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The Ensign Group, Inc.

S&P 500

ENSG/Healthcare · Medical Care Facilities/NASDAQ

Dividend Yield

0.16%

$0.26 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$165.74P/E25.5MCap9.2BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

82/ 100Very Safe

ENSG's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 4.2% earnings payout ratio & 3.6% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 16.4% gross margin.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 4.2%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 3.6%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 3.5%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Gross Margin: 16.4%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
3.6%Very Safe
3.5%Very Safe
58.0xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Safe
9.0%Caution
16.4%Warning
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About The Ensign Group, Inc.

The Ensign Group, Inc. is a diversified provider of post-acute healthcare services through its independent operating subsidiaries. It delivers skilled nursing, senior living including assisted and independent living, rehabilitative therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and other healthcare services. The company operates via two main segments: Skilled Services, offering short- and long-term nursing care for chronic conditions, elderly patients, and specialty care like dialysis, ventilator management, cardiac, and pulmonary services, along with amenities such as nutritional programs, social and recreational activities; and Standard Bearer, which leases post-acute care properties to healthcare operators. Ancillary services include mobile diagnostics like digital x-ray, ultrasound, and electrocardiograms, sub-acute care, respiratory therapy, long-term care pharmacy, and patient transportation for home or facility-based needs. Ensign affiliates serve communities across multiple states in the United States, emphasizing resident-centered care through empowered local teams. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, California, The Ensign Group, Inc. plays a key role in the healthcare sector by supporting the post-acute care continuum.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.16%

Annual Dividend

$0.26

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

4.15%

FCF Payout Ratio

3.59%

52-Week Range

$134.79 - $218.00

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ENSG annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ENSG earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

June 30, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 30, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.31%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.51%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

5.87%

3-Year Total Growth

13.48%

5-Year Total Growth

24.69%

10-Year Total Growth

76.94%

Income Calculator

ENSG Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$16,574.00

Annual Income

$25.50

Quarterly Income

$6.38

Monthly Income

$2.13

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ENSG's current dividend yield?
The Ensign Group, Inc. (ENSG) currently has a dividend yield of 0.16%, based on a stock price of $165.74 and an annual dividend of $0.26.
When is ENSG's next dividend payment date?
ENSG's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-30 and the next payment date is 2026-04-30. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ENSG pay in dividends per year?
The Ensign Group, Inc. paid $0.25 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has ENSG been increasing its dividend?
The Ensign Group, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.51% and a 10-year CAGR of 5.87%.
Is ENSG's dividend safe?
The Ensign Group, Inc. has a payout ratio of 4.15%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 3.59%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is ENSG's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates The Ensign Group, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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