Costco Wholesale Corporation

COST|Consumer Defensive|$1008.43

Last update: Mar 15, 2026 at 11:45

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.52%

Annual Dividend

$5.20

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

33.01%

FCF Payout Ratio

31.01%

Stock Price

$1008.43

52-Week Range

$844.06 – $1067.08

Dividend History (2016–2025)

COST annual dividend per share and yield history

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 30, 2026

Next Payment Date

February 13, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

13.35%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.02%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.78%

3-Year Total Growth

45.62%

5-Year Total Growth

47.04%

10-Year Total Growth

-24.58%

Income Calculator

COST Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

$100,843.00

Annual Income

$520.00

Quarterly Income

$130.00

Monthly Income

$43.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is COST's current dividend yield?

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) currently has a dividend yield of 0.52%, based on a stock price of $1008.43 and an annual dividend of $5.20.

When is COST's next dividend payment date?

COST's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-30 and the next payment date is 2026-02-13. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does COST pay in dividends per year?

Costco Wholesale Corporation paid $4.92 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has COST been increasing its dividend?

Costco Wholesale Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 8.02% and a 10-year CAGR of -2.78%.

Is COST's dividend safe?

Costco Wholesale Corporation has a payout ratio of 33.01%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 31.01%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

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Data sourced from Sheets Finance.