ODFL Dividend History & Analysis | 0.7% Yield

ODFL has a dividend yield of 0.7% and paid 1.12 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.71%
Payout Ratio 30.0%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 8.78%
Consistency Lifetime 97.5%
Yield on Cost 5y 1.08%
Payout FCF 25.3%
Streak Years 9
Dividend Rating 48.20%

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: 4.1%
Total Return 5y: 95.4%

Top Dividend Payers in Cargo Ground Transportation

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
R 8,284 M 2.05% 5.69%
LSTR 5,109 M 2.47% 2.92%
TFII 9,786 M 2.04% 2.66%
SNDR 4,834 M 1.54% 2.32%
KNX 8,945 M 1.56% 1.82%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
TFII 9,786 M 17.3% 92.9%
KNX 8,945 M 17.3% 90.2%
R 8,284 M 10.8% 96.9%
JBHT 19,165 M 10.5% 83.0%
SNDR 4,834 M 7.93% 85.2%

Quality Dividend Peers in Cargo Ground Transportation

TFII
TFI International
 2.04% Yield
R
Ryder System
 2.05% Yield
JBHT
JB Hunt Transport
 1.16% Yield
LSTR
Landstar System
 2.47% Yield

ODFL Dividend History: Last 37 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-03 2025-12-03 2025-12-17 Quarterly 0.28 0% 0.2%
2025-09-03 2025-09-03 2025-09-17 Quarterly 0.28 0% 0.19%
2025-06-04 2025-06-04 2025-06-18 Quarterly 0.28 0% 0.17%
2025-03-05 2025-03-05 2025-03-19 Quarterly 0.28 7.7% 0.16%
2024-12-04 2024-12-04 2024-12-18 Quarterly 0.26 0% 0.12%
2024-09-04 2024-09-04 2024-09-18 Quarterly 0.26 0% 0.13%
2024-06-05 2024-06-05 2024-06-19 Quarterly 0.26 -50% 0.15%
2024-03-05 2024-03-06 2024-03-20 Quarterly 0.52 30% 0.12%
2023-12-05 2023-12-06 2023-12-20 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.1%
2023-09-05 2023-09-06 2023-09-20 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.09%
2023-06-06 2023-06-07 2023-06-21 Quarterly 0.4 0% 0.13%
2023-02-28 2023-03-01 2023-03-15 Quarterly 0.4 33.3% 0.12%
2022-12-06 2022-12-07 2022-12-21 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.1%
2022-09-06 2022-09-07 2022-09-21 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.11%
2022-05-31 2022-06-01 2022-06-15 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.12%
2022-03-01 2022-03-02 2022-03-16 Quarterly 0.3 50% 0.1%
2021-11-30 2021-12-01 2021-12-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.06%
2021-08-31 2021-09-01 2021-09-15 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.07%
2021-06-01 2021-06-02 2021-06-16 Quarterly 0.2 0% 0.07%
2021-03-02 2021-03-03 2021-03-17 Quarterly 0.2 33.3% 0.09%
2020-12-01 2020-12-02 2020-12-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-09-01 2020-09-02 2020-09-16 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-06-02 2020-06-03 2020-06-17 Quarterly 0.15 -34.8% N/A
2020-03-03 2020-03-04 2020-03-18 Quarterly 0.23 35.3% N/A
2019-12-03 2019-12-04 2019-12-18 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2019-09-03 2019-09-04 2019-09-18 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2019-06-04 2019-06-05 2019-06-19 Quarterly 0.17 0% N/A
2019-03-05 2019-03-06 2019-03-20 Quarterly 0.17 30.8% N/A
2018-12-06 2018-12-06 2018-12-20 Quarterly 0.13 -66.7% N/A
2018-12-05 0.39 200% N/A
2018-09-05 2018-09-06 2018-09-20 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2018-06-05 2018-06-06 2018-06-20 Quarterly 0.13 0% N/A
2018-03-05 2018-03-06 2018-03-20 Quarterly 0.13 30% N/A
2017-12-05 2017-12-06 2017-12-20 Quarterly 0.1 0% N/A
2017-09-01 2017-09-06 2017-09-20 Quarterly 0.1 0% N/A
2017-06-02 2017-06-06 2017-06-20 Quarterly 0.1 0% N/A
2017-03-02 2017-03-06 2017-03-20 Other 0.1 0% N/A

ODFL Dividend FAQ

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (NASDAQ: ODFL) is a U.S.-based less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier that provides regional, inter-regional, and national LTL services, along with expedited shipments, container drayage, truckload brokerage, and supply-chain consulting. The firm also runs its own service and fleet-maintenance facilities. As of 31 Dec 2024, ODFL owned 11,284 tractors, 31,451 linehaul trailers, and 15,263 pickup-and-delivery trailers, reflecting a sizable asset base for a pure-play LTL operator.

What is the Dividend Yield of ODFL?

As of February 2026, ODFL`s dividend yield is 0.71%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.12 USD by the current share price of 202.47.

Does ODFL pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, ODFL paid a dividend of 1.12 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-03 and the payout was 0.28 USD.

How often does ODFL pay dividends?

ODFL pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, ODFL has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-03.

ODFL dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for ODFL for the next 4 payments are between 0.361 (+28.9%) and 0.392 (+40.0%).
This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment.

Will ODFL pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.28 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-03. The next Ex-Dividend date for Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for ODFL?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of ODFL?

ODFL's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 8.78% per year.
Strong growth: ODFL's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of ODFL?

ODFL's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 1.08%. If you bought ODFL's shares at 103.62 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.12 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 1.08% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of ODFL?

ODFL Payout Consistency is 97.5%. 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: Old Dominion Freight Line has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does ODFL have a good Dividend Yield?

ODFL`s 0.71% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of ODFL?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of ODFL is 30.0%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of ODFL?

ODFL`s Overall Dividend Rating is 48.20%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

ODFL Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in ODFL's Outstanding Shares?

Old Dominion Freight Line's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 1.94% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -100.0%).

Slightly positive: The company is modestly reducing its share count through buybacks. This provides a small tailwind to earnings per share and dividend sustainability.

Has ODFL ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Mar 28, 2024 with a ratio of 2:1.

This was a forward split: Each share became 2 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
1990 151,648,500
1991 147,187,100 -2.94%
1992 190,781,600 +29.62%
1993 184,820,500 -3.12%
1994 189,558,800 +2.56%
1995 186,109,900 -1.82%
1996 189,242,800 +1.68%
1997 189,042,100 -0.11%
1998 189,078,500 +0.02%
1999 189,376,900 +0.16%
2000 189,376,900
2001 189,383,600 +0%
2002 243,363,100 +28.5%
2003 243,901,400 +0.22%
2004 251,558,000 +3.14%
2005 251,671,600 +0.05%
2006 251,671,600
2007 251,671,600
2008 251,671,600
2009 251,673,800 +0%
2010 253,152,000 +0.59%
2011 258,493,500 +2.11%
2012 258,495,000 +0%
2013 258,495,000
2014 258,462,000 -0.01%
2015 253,755,000 -1.82%
2016 123,675,000 -51.26%
2017 247,128,000 +99.82%
2018 122,380,500 -50.48%
2019 119,799,000 -2.11%
2020 117,887,000 -1.6%
2021 115,681,000 -1.87%
2022 222,184,000 +92.07%
2023 219,324,000 -1.29%
2024 216,485,000 -1.29%
2025 210,898,000 -2.58%

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: 2026-02-01 02:17