CTRE Dividend History & Analysis | 4.2% Yield

CTRE has a dividend yield of 4.2% and paid 1.34 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 4.16%
Payout Ratio 135.1%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 6.04%
Consistency Lifetime 91.8%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.40%
Payout FCF 70.1%
Streak Years 12
Dividend Rating 67.01%

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: 55.1%
Total Return 5y: 114.6%

Top Dividend Payers in Health Care REITs

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
OHI 13,842 M 6.95% 10.9%
SBRA 4,553 M 6.74% 10.1%
DOC 11,593 M 7.34% 7.37%
LTC 1,728 M 6.46% 8.91%
NHI 3,912 M 4.86% 7.17%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
SILA 1,344 M 52.0% 50.0%
GMRE 941 M 21.2% 95.2%
CHCT 500 M 2.24% 100%
UHT 549 M 1.40% 100%
WELL 129,277 M 3.68% 97.5%

CTRE Dividend History: Last 46 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 2026-01-15 Quarterly 0.335 0% 0.92%
2025-09-30 2025-09-30 2025-10-15 Quarterly 0.335 0% 0.98%
2025-06-30 2025-06-30 2025-07-15 Quarterly 0.335 0% 1.1%
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-04-15 Quarterly 0.335 15.5% 1.17%
2024-12-31 2024-12-31 2025-01-15 Quarterly 0.29 0% 1.08%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-10-15 Quarterly 0.29 0% 0.94%
2024-06-28 2024-06-28 2024-07-15 Quarterly 0.29 0% 1.17%
2024-03-27 2024-03-28 2024-04-15 Quarterly 0.29 3.6% 1.2%
2023-12-28 2023-12-29 2024-01-12 Quarterly 0.28 0% 1.24%
2023-09-28 2023-09-29 2023-10-13 Quarterly 0.28 0% 1.4%
2023-06-29 2023-06-30 2023-07-14 Quarterly 0.28 0% 1.44%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-04-14 Quarterly 0.28 1.8% 1.47%
2022-12-29 2022-12-30 2023-01-13 Quarterly 0.275 0% 1.49%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-10-14 Quarterly 0.275 0% 1.54%
2022-06-29 2022-06-30 2022-07-15 Quarterly 0.275 0% 1.5%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-04-15 Quarterly 0.275 3.8% 1.41%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-01-15 Quarterly 0.265 0% 1.17%
2021-09-29 2021-09-30 2021-10-15 Quarterly 0.265 0% 1.3%
2021-06-29 2021-06-30 2021-07-15 Quarterly 0.265 0% 1.15%
2021-03-30 2021-03-31 2021-04-15 Quarterly 0.265 6% 1.13%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-01-15 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-09-29 2020-09-30 2020-10-15 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-06-29 2020-06-30 2020-07-15 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-03-30 2020-03-31 2020-04-15 Quarterly 0.25 11.1% N/A
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-01-15 Quarterly 0.225 0% N/A
2019-09-27 2019-09-30 2019-10-15 Quarterly 0.225 0% N/A
2019-06-27 2019-06-28 2019-07-15 Quarterly 0.225 0% N/A
2019-03-28 2019-03-29 2019-04-15 Quarterly 0.225 9.8% N/A
2018-12-28 2018-12-31 2019-01-15 Quarterly 0.205 0% N/A
2018-09-27 2018-09-28 2018-10-15 Quarterly 0.205 -50% N/A
2018-06-28 2018-06-29 2018-07-13 Quarterly 0.41 100% N/A
2018-03-28 2018-03-30 2018-04-13 Quarterly 0.205 10.8% N/A
2017-12-28 2017-12-29 2018-01-16 Quarterly 0.185 0% N/A
2017-09-28 2017-09-29 2017-10-13 Quarterly 0.185 -50% N/A
2017-06-28 2017-06-30 2017-07-14 Quarterly 0.37 100% N/A
2017-03-29 2017-03-31 2017-04-14 Quarterly 0.185 8.8% N/A
2016-12-28 2016-12-31 2017-01-13 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2016-09-28 2016-09-30 2016-10-14 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2016-06-28 2016-06-30 2016-07-15 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2016-03-29 2016-03-31 2016-04-15 Quarterly 0.17 6.3% N/A
2015-12-29 2015-12-31 2016-01-15 Quarterly 0.16 0% N/A
2015-09-28 2015-09-30 2015-10-15 Quarterly 0.16 0% N/A
2015-06-26 2015-06-30 2015-07-31 Quarterly 0.16 0% N/A
2015-03-27 2015-03-31 2015-04-15 Quarterly 0.16 28% N/A
2014-12-29 2014-12-31 2015-01-15 Quarterly 0.125 -97.9% N/A
2014-12-11 2014-10-31 2014-12-10 Other 5.88 0% N/A

CTRE Dividend FAQ

CareTrust REIT (CTRE) is a self-administered, publicly-traded REIT that acquires, develops, and leases skilled-nursing, senior-housing, and other healthcare-related properties across the United States and the United Kingdom. Since its spin-off on June 1 2014, the portfolio has grown to 390 net-leased properties (≈35,687 beds/units) in 31 U.S. states and the U.K., with an additional 23 related investments covering 143 properties (≈14,082 beds/units) and one financing receivable tied to 46 properties (≈3,820 beds/units) as of September 30 2025.

What is the Dividend Yield of CTRE?

As of February 2026, CTRE`s dividend yield is 4.16%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.34 USD by the current share price of 38.84.

Does CTRE pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, CTRE paid a dividend of 1.34 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-31 and the payout was 0.335 USD.

How often does CTRE pay dividends?

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

CTRE dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for CTRE for the next 4 payments are between 0.001 (-99.7%) and 0.28 (-16.4%).
This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment.

Will CTRE pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.335 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-31. The next Ex-Dividend date for CareTrust REIT (CTRE) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for CTRE?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of CTRE?

CTRE's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 6.04% per year.
Strong growth: CTRE's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of CTRE?

CTRE's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 7.40%. If you bought CTRE's shares at 18.10 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.34 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 7.40% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of CTRE?

CTRE Payout Consistency is 91.8%. 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: CareTrust REIT has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does CTRE have a good Dividend Yield?

CTRE`s 4.16% Dividend Yield is considered as good. Make sure the dividend is sustainable: Check the Payouts-Ratio over time.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of CTRE?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of CTRE is 135.1%. Dangerously high - this is usually not sustainable and may lead to a dividend cut or NAV decline.

What is the Dividend Rating of CTRE?

CTRE`s Overall Dividend Rating is 67.01%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

CTRE Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in CTRE's Outstanding Shares?

CareTrust REIT's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 41.41% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

Significant dilution: Heavy share issuance is diluting existing shareholders. Even if total dividends paid increase, your dividend per share may stagnate or decline.

Has CTRE ever had a Stock Split?

No stock splits on record. The share count changes shown above reflect buybacks, new issuance, or employee compensation rather than structural splits.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2011 22,000,000
2012 22,228,000 +1.04%
2013 22,245,900 +0.08%
2014 31,317,000 +40.78%
2015 48,101,000 +53.59%
2016 60,875,000 +26.56%
2017 75,504,000 +24.03%
2018 84,084,000 +11.36%
2019 95,144,000 +13.15%
2020 95,214,000 +0.07%
2021 96,552,000 +1.41%
2022 97,272,000 +0.75%
2023 106,152,000 +9.13%
2024 182,013,000 +71.46%
2025 212,271,000 +16.62%

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