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CSX Dividend History & Analysis | 1.9% Yield

CSX has a dividend yield of 1.9% and paid 0.63 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.93%
Dividends per Share 12m 0.63
Dividend Growth Rate CAGR 5y 6.70%
Overall Dividend Rating 63.42%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.63%
Payout Ratio 31.5%
Payouts in the last 12m 5
Payout Consistency 5y 98.33%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Number of Payouts Yearly This chart shows the number of dividend payouts per year. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over the last 5 years in one graph. The price axis is on the left and the dividend yield axis is on the right.
Total Return 12m: -2.4% (S&P 500: 17%)
Total Return 5y: 36.3% (S&P 500: 98.3%)

Top Dividend Payers in Rail Transportation

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost (purchase 5y ago)
GET 10,807 M 3.65% 5.04%
UNP 133,612 M 2.98% 3.89%
CNI 57,901 M 3.16% 3.34%
NSC 62,234 M 2.08% 2.82%
CSX 67,711 M 1.93% 2.63%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Growth Rate (5y CAGR) Payout Consistency
GET 10,807 M 82.1% 87.9%
CSX 67,711 M 6.70% 97.0%
CNI 57,901 M 7.14% 100%
NSC 62,234 M 7.51% 97.4%
UNP 133,612 M 6.36% 97.5%

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ALGIR
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GET
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UNP
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 2.98% Yield
NSC
Norfolk Southern
 2.08% Yield

CSX Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of August 2025

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-08-29 2025-08-29 2025-09-15 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2025-05-30 2025-05-30 2025-06-13 Quarterly 0.13 0% 0.42%
2025-02-28 2025-02-28 2025-03-14 Quarterly 0.13 8.3% 0.4%
2024-11-29 2024-11-29 2024-12-13 Quarterly 0.12 0% 0.33%
2024-08-30 2024-08-30 2024-09-13 Quarterly 0.12 0% 0.35%
2024-05-31 2024-05-31 2024-06-14 Quarterly 0.12 0% 0.36%
2024-02-28 2024-02-29 2024-03-15 Quarterly 0.12 9.1% 0.32%
2023-11-29 2023-11-30 2023-12-15 Quarterly 0.11 0% 0.34%
2023-08-30 2023-08-31 2023-09-15 Quarterly 0.11 0% 0.36%
2023-05-30 2023-05-31 2023-06-15 Quarterly 0.11 0% 0.36%
2023-02-27 2023-02-28 2023-03-15 Quarterly 0.11 10% 0.35%
2022-11-29 2022-11-30 2022-12-15 Quarterly 0.1 0% 0.31%
2022-08-30 2022-08-31 2022-09-15 Quarterly 0.1 0% 0.31%
2022-05-27 2022-05-31 2022-06-15 Quarterly 0.1 0% 0.31%
2022-02-25 2022-02-28 2022-03-15 Quarterly 0.1 7.1% 0.3%
2021-11-29 2021-11-30 2021-12-15 Quarterly 0.0933 0% 0.26%
2021-08-30 2021-08-31 2021-09-15 Quarterly 0.0933 0% 0.28%
2021-05-27 2021-05-31 2021-06-15 Quarterly 0.0933 0% 0.09%
2021-02-25 2021-02-26 2021-03-15 Quarterly 0.0933 7.7% 0.1%
2020-11-27 2020-11-30 2020-12-15 Quarterly 0.0867 0% 0.09%
2020-08-28 2020-08-31 2020-09-15 Quarterly 0.0867 0% N/A
2020-05-28 2020-05-29 2020-06-15 Quarterly 0.0867 0% N/A
2020-02-27 2020-02-28 2020-03-13 Quarterly 0.0867 8.3% N/A
2019-11-27 2019-11-29 2019-12-13 Quarterly 0.08 0% N/A
2019-08-29 2019-08-30 2019-09-13 Quarterly 0.08 0% N/A
2019-05-30 2019-05-31 2019-06-14 Quarterly 0.08 0% N/A
2019-02-27 2019-02-28 2019-03-15 Quarterly 0.08 9.1% N/A
2018-11-29 2018-11-30 2018-12-14 Quarterly 0.0733 0% N/A
2018-08-30 2018-08-31 2018-09-14 Quarterly 0.0733 0% N/A
2018-05-30 2018-05-31 2018-06-15 Quarterly 0.0733 0% N/A
2018-02-28 2018-03-01 2018-03-15 Quarterly 0.0733 10% N/A
2017-11-29 2017-11-30 2017-12-15 Quarterly 0.0667 0% N/A
2017-08-29 2017-08-31 2017-09-15 Quarterly 0.0667 0% N/A
2017-05-26 2017-05-31 2017-06-15 Quarterly 0.0667 11.1% N/A
2017-02-24 2017-02-28 2017-03-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2016-11-28 2016-11-30 2016-12-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2016-08-29 2016-08-31 2016-09-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2016-05-26 2016-05-31 2016-06-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2016-02-25 2016-02-29 2016-03-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2015-11-25 2015-11-30 2015-12-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2015-08-27 2015-08-31 2015-09-15 Quarterly 0.06 0% N/A
2015-05-27 2015-05-29 2015-06-15 Quarterly 0.06 12.5% N/A
2015-02-25 2015-02-27 2015-03-13 Quarterly 0.0533 0% N/A
2014-11-25 2014-11-28 2014-12-15 Quarterly 0.0533 0% N/A
2014-08-27 2014-08-29 2014-09-15 Quarterly 0.0533 0% N/A
2014-05-23 2014-05-28 2014-06-13 Quarterly 0.0533 6.7% N/A
2014-02-26 2014-02-28 2014-03-14 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2013-11-26 2013-11-29 2013-12-13 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2013-08-28 2013-08-30 2013-09-13 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2013-05-29 2013-05-31 2013-06-14 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A

CSX Dividend FAQ

CSX Corporation is a leading rail-based freight transportation provider in the United States and Canada, operating a vast rail network that spans approximately 20,000 route miles across 26 states and two Canadian provinces. The companys diverse service offerings include rail transportation of various commodities, intermodal services, and trucking solutions, catering to industries such as automotive, agriculture, and energy.

What is the Dividend Yield of CSX?

As of August 2025, CSX`s dividend yield is 1.93%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.63 USD by the current share price of 32.51.

Does CSX pay a dividend?

As of August 2025, CSX paid a dividend of 0.63 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-08-29 and the payout was 0.13 USD.

How often does CSX pay dividends?

CSX pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, CSX has issued 5 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-08-29.

Will CSX pay dividends in 2025?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.13 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-08-29. The next Ex-Dividend date for CSX (CSX) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for CSX?

The next Ex-Dividend date for CSX (CSX) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of CSX?

CSX's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 6.70% per year.
Strong growth: CSX's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of CSX?

CSX's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.63%. If you bought CSX's shares at 23.85 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.63 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.63% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of CSX?

CSX Payout Consistency is 97.0%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: CSX has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does CSX have a good Dividend Yield?

CSX`s 1.93% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of CSX?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of CSX is 31.5%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of CSX?

CSX`s Overall Dividend Rating is 63.42%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

CSX Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in CSX`s Outstanding Shares (CAGR)?

CSX`s outstanding shares have decreased by approximately -4.18% annually over the past 5 years (Correlation: -100.0%), positively influencing the share price.

Has CSX ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last Stock Split was on 2021-06-29 with a factor of 3:1. This stock split increased the number of shares and lowered the price per share by a ratio of 3.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 5,351,351,400
1986 5,544,000,000 +3.6%
1987 5,505,882,400 -0.69%
1988 5,684,210,500 +3.24%
1989 3,678,260,900 -35.29%
1990 3,508,235,300 -4.62%
1991 3,600,000,000 +2.62%
1992 3,657,142,900 +1.59%
1993 3,658,064,500 +0.03%
1994 3,747,300,000 +2.44%
1995 3,788,700,000 +1.1%
1996 3,902,700,000 +3.01%
1997 3,989,700,000 +2.23%
1998 3,828,000,000 -4.05%
1999 3,726,300,000 -2.66%
2000 3,794,400,000 +1.83%
2001 3,828,600,000 +0.9%
2002 3,846,300,000 +0.46%
2003 3,865,500,000 +0.5%
2004 4,049,700,000 +4.77%
2005 4,139,400,000 +2.21%
2006 4,171,800,000 +0.78%
2007 3,829,200,000 -8.21%
2008 3,561,000,000 -7%
2009 3,572,400,000 +0.32%
2010 3,436,500,000 -3.8%
2011 3,165,600,000 -7.88%
2012 3,084,000,000 -2.58%
2013 3,039,000,000 -1.46%
2014 2,985,000,000 -1.78%
2015 2,919,000,000 -2.21%
2016 2,805,000,000 -3.91%
2017 2,688,000,000 -4.17%
2018 2,499,000,000 -7.03%
2019 2,334,000,000 -6.6%
2020 2,298,000,000 -1.54%
2021 2,217,000,000 -3.52%
2022 2,077,551,000 -6.29%
2023 1,969,000,000 -5.22%
2024 1,921,000,000 -2.44%
2025 1,869,000,000 -2.71%

Key Metric Definitions

  • Dividend Yield: Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
  • Dividend Growth Rate: Compound annual growth rate of annual dividend per share over the last 5 years.
  • Payout Ratio: Percentage of earnings paid as dividends (TTM).
  • Payout Consistency: % of eligible periods with uninterrupted or increased dividends, measured over the entire lifetime of the stock or fund.
  • Payout Frequency: Number of dividends paid in the last 12m (TTM).
  • Overall Dividend Rating: Proprietary composite score, quantified on a scale from 0 to +100. Ratings surpassing 70 are regarded as favorable, while those exceeding 85 are strong.
  • Total Return: Price appreciation plus dividends over specified period.
  • Market Cap: Figures are in millions of the corresponding currency.

Last update: 2025-08-09 02:46