NNN Dividend History & Analysis | 5.8% Yield

NNN has a dividend yield of 5.8% and paid 2.38 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 5.78%
Payout Ratio 1.6%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 2.96%
Consistency Lifetime 99.1%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.59%
Payout FCF 66.5%
Streak Years 41
Dividend Rating 72.37%

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: 17.1%
Total Return 5y: 36.8%

Top Dividend Payers in Retail REITs

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
MERY 1,168 M 9.42% 21.1%
WHA 1,135 M 7.90% 15.1%
ECMPA 1,602 M 7.11% 15.5%
ALX 1,280 M 8.40% 9.73%
LI 10,963 M 5.92% 13.8%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
IVT 2,281 M 37.8% 92.1%
PECO 5,059 M 29.9% 100%
WHA 1,135 M 25.7% 88.3%
MERY 1,168 M 23.5% 92.7%
ECMPA 1,602 M 37.7% 90.5%

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NNN 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
2026-01-30 2026-01-30 2026-02-13 Quarterly 0.6 0% 1.46%
2025-10-31 2025-10-31 2025-11-14 Quarterly 0.6 0% 1.49%
2025-07-31 2025-07-31 2025-08-15 Quarterly 0.6 3.4% 1.45%
2025-04-30 2025-04-30 2025-05-15 Quarterly 0.58 0% 1.42%
2025-01-31 2025-01-31 2025-02-14 Quarterly 0.58 0% 1.48%
2024-10-31 2024-10-31 2024-11-15 Quarterly 0.58 0% 1.27%
2024-07-31 2024-07-31 2024-08-15 Quarterly 0.58 2.7% 1.28%
2024-04-29 2024-04-30 2024-05-15 Quarterly 0.565 0% 1.4%
2024-01-30 2024-01-31 2024-02-15 Quarterly 0.565 0% 1.38%
2023-10-30 2023-10-31 2023-11-15 Quarterly 0.565 0% 1.63%
2023-07-28 2023-07-31 2023-08-15 Quarterly 0.565 2.7% 1.31%
2023-04-27 2023-04-28 2023-05-15 Quarterly 0.55 0% 1.31%
2023-01-30 2023-01-31 2023-02-15 Quarterly 0.55 0% 1.17%
2022-10-28 2022-10-31 2022-11-15 Quarterly 0.55 0% 1.34%
2022-07-28 2022-07-29 2022-08-15 Quarterly 0.55 3.8% 1.17%
2022-04-28 2022-04-29 2022-05-16 Quarterly 0.53 0% 1.18%
2022-01-28 2022-01-31 2022-02-15 Quarterly 0.53 0% 1.25%
2021-10-28 2021-10-29 2021-11-15 Quarterly 0.53 0% 1.15%
2021-07-29 2021-07-30 2021-08-16 Quarterly 0.53 1.9% 1.09%
2021-04-29 2021-04-30 2021-05-14 Quarterly 0.52 0% 1.12%
2021-01-28 2021-01-29 2021-02-16 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2020-10-29 2020-10-30 2020-11-16 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2020-07-30 2020-07-31 2020-08-14 Quarterly 0.52 1% N/A
2020-04-29 2020-04-30 2020-05-15 Quarterly 0.515 0% N/A
2020-01-30 2020-01-31 2020-02-14 Quarterly 0.515 0% N/A
2019-10-30 2019-10-31 2019-11-15 Quarterly 0.515 0% N/A
2019-07-30 2019-07-31 2019-08-15 Quarterly 0.515 3% N/A
2019-04-29 2019-04-30 2019-05-15 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2019-01-30 2019-01-31 2019-02-15 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-10-30 2018-10-31 2018-11-15 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-07-30 2018-07-31 2018-08-15 Quarterly 0.5 5.3% N/A
2018-04-27 2018-04-30 2018-05-15 Quarterly 0.475 0% N/A
2018-01-30 2018-01-31 2018-02-15 Quarterly 0.475 0% N/A
2017-10-30 2017-10-31 2017-11-15 Quarterly 0.475 0% N/A
2017-07-27 2017-07-31 2017-08-15 Quarterly 0.475 4.4% N/A
2017-04-26 2017-04-28 2017-05-15 Quarterly 0.455 0% N/A
2017-01-27 2017-01-31 2017-02-15 Quarterly 0.455 0% N/A
2016-10-27 2016-10-31 2016-11-15 Quarterly 0.455 0% N/A
2016-07-27 2016-07-29 2016-08-15 Quarterly 0.455 4.6% N/A
2016-04-27 2016-04-29 2016-05-16 Quarterly 0.435 0% N/A
2016-01-27 2016-01-29 2016-02-16 Quarterly 0.435 0% N/A
2015-10-28 2015-10-30 2015-11-16 Quarterly 0.435 0% N/A
2015-07-29 2015-07-31 2015-08-14 Quarterly 0.435 3.6% N/A
2015-04-28 2015-04-30 2015-05-15 Quarterly 0.42 0% N/A
2015-01-28 2015-01-30 2015-02-17 Quarterly 0.42 0% N/A
2014-10-29 2014-10-31 2014-11-14 Quarterly 0.42 0% N/A
2014-07-29 2014-07-31 2014-08-15 Quarterly 0.42 3.7% N/A
2014-04-28 2014-04-30 2014-05-15 Quarterly 0.405 0% N/A
2014-01-29 2014-01-31 2014-02-14 Quarterly 0.405 0% N/A
2013-10-29 2013-10-31 2013-11-15 Quarterly 0.405 0% N/A

NNN Dividend FAQ

National Retail Properties (NYSE: NNN) is a retail-focused REIT that acquires high-quality, single-tenant properties typically leased on long-term, triple-net (NNN) contracts, which shift most operating expenses to tenants and limit the need for ongoing capital outlays.

What is the Dividend Yield of NNN?

As of February 2026, NNN`s dividend yield is 5.78%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.38 USD by the current share price of 42.91.

Does NNN pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, NNN paid a dividend of 2.38 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-01-30 and the payout was 0.6 USD.

How often does NNN pay dividends?

NNN pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, NNN has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-01-30.

NNN dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for NNN for the next 4 payments are between 0.597 (-0.5%) and 0.61 (+1.7%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will NNN pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.6 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-01-30. The next Ex-Dividend date for National Retail (NNN) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for NNN?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of NNN?

NNN's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 2.96% per year.
Strong growth: NNN's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of NNN?

NNN's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 7.59%. If you bought NNN's shares at 31.36 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (2.38 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 7.59% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of NNN?

NNN Payout Consistency is 99.1%. 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: National Retail has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does NNN have a good Dividend Yield?

NNN`s 5.78% 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 NNN?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of NNN is 1.6%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of NNN?

NNN`s Overall Dividend Rating is 72.37%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

NNN Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in NNN's Outstanding Shares?

National Retail's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 1.74% 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 NNN 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
1985 1,538,500
1986 1,538,500
1987 1,538,500
1988 1,666,700 +8.33%
1989 1,304,300 -21.74%
1990 1,600,000 +22.67%
1991 1,500,000 -6.25%
1992 1,600,000 +6.67%
1993 3,750,000 +134.38%
1994 7,586,200 +102.3%
1995 14,285,700 +88.31%
1996 21,612,900 +51.29%
1997 27,500,000 +27.24%
1998 29,697,000 +7.99%
1999 30,325,700 +2.12%
2000 30,515,600 +0.63%
2001 40,638,100 +33.17%
2002 40,304,500 -0.82%
2003 50,710,900 +25.82%
2004 51,868,200 +2.28%
2005 55,408,100 +6.82%
2006 60,333,000 +8.89%
2007 72,314,800 +19.86%
2008 78,165,900 +8.09%
2009 82,320,800 +5.32%
2010 83,122,700 +0.97%
2011 98,671,000 +18.71%
2012 112,013,000 +13.52%
2013 121,309,000 +8.3%
2014 128,813,000 +6.19%
2015 137,623,000 +6.84%
2016 146,763,000 +6.64%
2017 152,148,000 +3.67%
2018 159,772,000 +5.01%
2019 171,175,000 +7.14%
2020 174,589,300 +1.99%
2021 174,868,000 +0.16%
2022 179,472,000 +2.63%
2023 181,932,100 +1.37%
2024 186,833,000 +2.69%
2025 188,332,800 +0.8%

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: 2026-01-31 02:37