ENSG Dividend History & Analysis | 0.2% Yield

ENSG has a dividend yield of 0.2% and paid 0.25 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.17%
Payout Ratio 5.5%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 4.42%
Consistency Lifetime 98.6%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.30%
Payout FCF 4.9%
Streak Years 18
Dividend Rating 55.25%

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.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 45.8%
Total Return 5y: 136.8%

Top Dividend Payers in Health Care Facilities

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
NHC 1,965 M 2.26% 4.48%
FME 13,192 M 2.82% 2.89%
FRE 31,878 M 2.32% 3.19%
SEM 1,866 M 1.73% 1.84%
HCA 112,909 M 0.75% 2.14%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
HCA 112,909 M 10.7% 55.5%
USPH 1,275 M 5.37% 92.5%
NHC 1,965 M 4.64% 72.7%
FRE 31,878 M 3.25% 84.7%
FME 13,192 M 1.82% 97.7%

ENSG Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-31 2025-12-31 2026-01-31 Quarterly 0.065 4% 0.04%
2025-09-30 2025-09-30 2025-10-31 Quarterly 0.0625 0% 0.04%
2025-06-30 2025-06-30 2025-07-31 Quarterly 0.0625 0% 0.04%
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-04-30 Quarterly 0.0625 0% 0.05%
2024-12-31 2024-12-31 2025-01-31 Quarterly 0.0625 4.2% 0.05%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-10-31 Quarterly 0.06 0% 0.04%
2024-06-28 2024-06-30 2024-07-31 Quarterly 0.06 0% 0.05%
2024-03-27 2024-03-31 2024-04-30 Quarterly 0.06 0% 0.05%
2023-12-28 2023-12-31 2024-01-31 Quarterly 0.06 4.3% 0.05%
2023-09-29 2023-09-30 2023-10-31 Quarterly 0.0575 0% 0.06%
2023-06-29 2023-06-30 2023-07-31 Quarterly 0.0575 0% 0.06%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-04-28 Quarterly 0.0575 0% 0.06%
2022-12-29 2022-12-31 2023-01-31 Quarterly 0.0575 4.5% 0.06%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-10-31 Quarterly 0.055 0% 0.07%
2022-06-29 2022-06-30 2022-07-29 Quarterly 0.055 0% 0.07%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-04-29 Quarterly 0.055 0% 0.06%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-01-31 Quarterly 0.055 4.8% 0.06%
2021-09-29 2021-09-30 2021-10-31 Quarterly 0.0525 0% 0.07%
2021-06-29 2021-06-30 2021-07-31 Quarterly 0.0525 0% 0.06%
2021-03-30 2021-03-31 2021-04-30 Quarterly 0.0525 0% 0.06%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-01-31 Quarterly 0.0525 5% N/A
2020-09-29 2020-09-30 2020-10-31 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2020-06-29 2020-06-30 2020-07-31 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2020-03-30 2020-03-31 2020-04-30 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-01-31 Quarterly 0.05 12.6% N/A
2019-09-27 2019-09-30 2019-10-31 Quarterly 0.0444 0% N/A
2019-06-27 2019-06-30 2019-07-31 Quarterly 0.0444 0% N/A
2019-03-28 2019-03-31 2019-04-30 Quarterly 0.0444 0% N/A
2018-12-28 2018-12-31 2019-01-31 Quarterly 0.0444 5.6% N/A
2018-09-27 2018-09-30 2018-10-31 Quarterly 0.0421 0% N/A
2018-06-28 2018-06-30 2018-07-31 Quarterly 0.0421 0% N/A
2018-03-28 2018-03-31 2018-04-30 Quarterly 0.0421 0% N/A
2017-12-28 2017-12-31 2018-01-31 Quarterly 0.0421 5.9% N/A
2017-09-28 2017-09-30 2017-10-31 Quarterly 0.0397 0% N/A
2017-06-28 2017-06-30 2017-07-31 Quarterly 0.0397 0% N/A
2017-03-29 2017-03-31 2017-04-30 Quarterly 0.0397 0% N/A
2016-12-28 2016-12-31 2017-01-31 Quarterly 0.0397 6.2% N/A
2016-09-28 2016-09-30 2016-10-31 Quarterly 0.0374 0% N/A
2016-06-28 2016-06-30 2016-07-31 Quarterly 0.0374 0% N/A
2016-03-29 2016-03-31 2016-04-30 Quarterly 0.0374 0% N/A
2015-12-29 2015-12-31 2016-01-31 Quarterly 0.0374 -70.4% N/A
2015-12-24 2015-12-17 2015-12-23 Quarterly 0.1262 79.9% N/A
2015-09-28 2015-09-30 2015-10-31 Quarterly 0.0701 0% N/A
2015-06-26 2015-06-30 2015-07-31 Quarterly 0.0701 0% N/A
2015-03-27 2015-03-31 2015-04-30 Quarterly 0.0701 0% N/A
2014-12-29 2014-12-31 2015-01-31 Quarterly 0.0701 7.1% N/A
2014-09-26 2014-09-30 2014-10-31 Quarterly 0.0655 0% N/A
2014-06-26 2014-06-30 2014-07-31 Quarterly 0.0655 83.3% N/A
2014-03-27 2014-03-31 2014-04-30 Quarterly 0.0357 0% N/A
2013-12-27 2013-12-31 2014-01-31 Quarterly 0.0357 0% N/A

ENSG Dividend FAQ

The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENSG) operates a network of skilled-nursing, senior-living, and rehabilitative facilities across 16 U.S. states, delivering both direct patient care (short- and long-term nursing, specialty services such as dialysis and ventilator management) and ancillary services (digital imaging, pharmacy, transportation). Its business is split between the Skilled Services segment, which provides the clinical and residential care, and the Standard Bearer segment, which generates lease income by renting post-acute care properties to other operators.

What is the Dividend Yield of ENSG?

As of February 2026, ENSG`s dividend yield is 0.17%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.25 USD by the current share price of 197.80.

Does ENSG pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, ENSG paid a dividend of 0.25 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-31 and the payout was 0.065 USD.

How often does ENSG pay dividends?

ENSG pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, ENSG has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-31.

ENSG dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for ENSG for the next 4 payments are between 0.06 (-7.7%) and 0.063 (-3.1%).
This indicates a moderate dividend reduction compared to the last payment.

Will ENSG pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.065 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-31. The next Ex-Dividend date for The Ensign (ENSG) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for ENSG?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of ENSG?

ENSG's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 4.42% per year.
Strong growth: ENSG's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of ENSG?

ENSG's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 0.30%. If you bought ENSG's shares at 83.53 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.25 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 0.30% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of ENSG?

ENSG Payout Consistency is 98.6%. 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: The Ensign has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does ENSG have a good Dividend Yield?

ENSG`s 0.17% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of ENSG?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of ENSG is 5.5%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of ENSG?

ENSG`s Overall Dividend Rating is 55.25%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

ENSG Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in ENSG's Outstanding Shares?

The Ensign's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 1.21% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

Neutral: Share count is relatively stable with minor dilution. This has minimal impact on dividend per share calculations.

Has ENSG ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Oct 1, 2019 with a ratio of 1069:1000.

This was a forward split: Each share became 1.07 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2005 26,936,100
2006 26,731,400 -0.76%
2007 40,996,000 +53.36%
2008 41,050,000 +0.13%
2009 41,232,000 +0.44%
2010 41,512,000 +0.68%
2011 41,990,000 +1.15%
2012 44,150,000 +5.14%
2013 43,882,000 -0.61%
2014 44,830,000 +2.16%
2015 51,144,000 +14.08%
2016 52,231,000 +2.13%
2017 53,176,000 +1.81%
2018 54,967,000 +3.37%
2019 55,760,000 +1.44%
2020 56,307,000 +0.98%
2021 56,839,000 +0.94%
2022 55,661,000 -2.07%
2023 57,555,000 +3.4%
2024 58,580,000 +1.78%
2025 58,956,000 +0.64%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-05 02:39