KB Home
S&P 500KBH/Consumer Cyclical · Residential Construction/NYSE
Dividend Yield
1.90%
$1.00 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
KBH's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 19.3% earnings payout ratio & 13.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 3.0% operating margin & 15.6% gross margin. The dividend has been growing at a 18.95% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 13 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 19.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 13.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 23.5%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 3.0%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
- Gross Margin: 15.6%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.
Payout & Coverage
Very SafeBalance Sheet
Very SafeProfitability
CautionDividend Track Record
Very SafeAbout KB Home
KB Home is a leading American residential homebuilder that designs, constructs, and sells single-family homes and master-planned communities across 49 markets in the United States. The company serves first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, and active adult communities, operating through four primary geographic segments: West Coast, Southwest, Central, and Southeast, with the West Coast generating the majority of revenues. KB Home's portfolio includes attached and detached single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums tailored to diverse buyer preferences and price points. Beyond construction, the company engages in land acquisition and development to support future building activities and offers financial services, including mortgage banking services through a joint venture partnership. This diversified approach positions KB Home as a significant participant in addressing America's housing supply challenges while maintaining operational flexibility across varying regional market conditions and economic cycles.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
1.90%
Annual Dividend
$1.00
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
19.31%
FCF Payout Ratio
13.46%
52-Week Range
$44.03 - $68.71
Dividend History (2016–2025)
KBH annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
KBH earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 7, 2026
Last Payment Date
May 21, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
18.56%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
18.95%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
25.89%
3-Year Total Growth
66.67%
5-Year Total Growth
138.10%
10-Year Total Growth
900.00%
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