UNF Dividend History & Analysis | 0.8% Yield

UNF has a dividend yield of 0.8% and paid 1.78 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 0.76%
Payout Ratio 18.3%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 7.74%
Consistency Lifetime 94.8%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.80%
Payout FCF 26.8%
Streak Years 41
Dividend Rating 63.48%
Ex-Dividend in 25 days: Buy before Mar 6, 2026 to receive the next dividend.

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: -9.2%
Total Return 5y: -9.7%

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Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
SW 7,395 M 6.14% 6.31%
SPIE 9,439 M 2.38% 6.25%
ELIS 6,732 M 1.91% 3.61%
WKL 21,026 M 1.78% 3.85%
RBA 21,143 M 1.17% 2.86%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
TEP 3,746 M 15.0% 96.6%
EDEN 4,932 M 12.7% 93.2%
SW 7,395 M 16.7% 96.6%
ELIS 6,732 M 6.74% 74.2%
MATW 818 M 3.82% 99.4%

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SPIE
SPIE
 2.38% Yield

UNF 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
2026-03-06 2026-03-06 2026-03-27 0.365 0% N/A
2025-12-05 2025-12-05 2026-01-02 Quarterly 0.365 4.3% 0.21%
2025-09-05 2025-09-05 2025-09-26 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.2%
2025-06-06 2025-06-06 2025-06-27 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.18%
2025-03-07 2025-03-07 2025-03-28 Quarterly 0.35 0% 0.17%
2024-12-06 2024-12-06 2025-01-03 Quarterly 0.35 6.1% 0.18%
2024-09-06 2024-09-06 2024-09-27 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.18%
2024-06-07 2024-06-07 2024-06-28 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.21%
2024-03-07 2024-03-08 2024-03-29 Quarterly 0.33 0% 0.19%
2023-12-06 2023-12-07 2024-01-04 Quarterly 0.33 6.5% 0.19%
2023-09-06 2023-09-07 2023-09-28 Quarterly 0.31 0% 0.18%
2023-06-07 2023-06-08 2023-06-29 Quarterly 0.31 0% 0.17%
2023-03-08 2023-03-09 2023-03-30 Quarterly 0.31 0% 0.16%
2022-12-06 2022-12-07 2023-01-04 Quarterly 0.31 3.3% 0.16%
2022-09-06 2022-09-07 2022-09-28 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.17%
2022-06-07 2022-06-08 2022-06-29 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.17%
2022-03-08 2022-03-09 2022-03-30 Quarterly 0.3 0% 0.18%
2021-12-06 2021-12-07 2022-01-04 Quarterly 0.3 20% 0.15%
2021-09-03 2021-09-07 2021-09-28 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.11%
2021-06-07 2021-06-08 2021-06-29 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.11%
2021-03-08 2021-03-09 2021-03-30 Quarterly 0.25 0% 0.1%
2020-12-04 2020-12-07 2021-01-04 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-09-03 2020-09-07 2020-09-28 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-06-05 2020-06-08 2020-06-29 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2020-03-06 2020-03-09 2020-03-30 Quarterly 0.25 0% N/A
2019-12-05 2019-12-06 2020-01-03 Quarterly 0.25 121.2% N/A
2019-09-05 2019-09-06 2019-09-27 Quarterly 0.113 0% N/A
2019-06-06 2019-06-07 2019-06-28 Quarterly 0.113 0% N/A
2019-03-07 2019-03-08 2019-03-29 Quarterly 0.113 0% N/A
2018-12-06 2018-12-07 2019-01-04 Quarterly 0.113 0% N/A
2018-09-06 2018-09-07 2018-09-28 Quarterly 0.113 0% N/A
2018-06-07 2018-06-08 2018-06-29 Quarterly 0.113 197.4% N/A
2018-03-08 2018-03-09 2018-03-30 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2017-12-07 2017-12-08 2018-01-05 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2017-09-07 2017-09-08 2017-09-29 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2017-06-07 2017-06-09 2017-06-30 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2017-03-08 2017-03-10 2017-03-31 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2016-12-07 2016-12-09 2017-01-06 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2016-09-07 2016-09-09 2016-09-30 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2016-06-08 2016-06-10 2016-07-01 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2016-03-09 2016-03-11 2016-04-01 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2015-12-08 2015-12-10 2016-01-07 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2015-09-08 2015-09-10 2015-10-01 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2015-06-09 2015-06-11 2015-07-02 Quarterly 0.038 2.7% N/A
2015-03-10 2015-03-12 2015-04-02 Quarterly 0.037 -2.6% N/A
2014-12-08 2014-12-10 2015-01-07 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2014-09-08 2014-09-10 2014-10-01 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2014-06-09 2014-06-11 2014-07-02 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2014-03-10 2014-03-12 2014-04-02 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A
2013-12-06 2013-12-10 2014-01-07 Quarterly 0.038 0% N/A

UNF Dividend FAQ

UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) supplies workplace uniforms, protective apparel, and related services across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Its operations are organized into three segments: Uniform & Facility Service Solutions; First Aid & Safety Solutions; and “Other,” which includes industrial wiping products, floor mats, and wholesale distribution of non-prescription medicines. The firm offers both rental/lease programs and outright sales of garments ranging from basic shirts and coveralls to flame-resistant and high-visibility gear, plus ancillary services such as decontamination of radioactive-contaminated clothing, clean-room wear, and safety-training programs.

What is the Dividend Yield of UNF?

As of February 2026, UNF`s dividend yield is 0.76%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 1.78 USD by the current share price of 201.35.

Does UNF pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, UNF paid a dividend of 1.78 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-03-06 and the payout was 0.365 USD.

How often does UNF pay dividends?

UNF pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, UNF has issued 5 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-03-06.

UNF dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for UNF for the next 4 payments are between 0.398 (+9.0%) and 0.424 (+16.2%).
This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment.

Will UNF pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.365 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-03-06. The next Ex-Dividend date for Unifirst (UNF) is 2026-03-06.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for UNF?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Unifirst (UNF) is 2026-03-06.

What is the Dividend Growth of UNF?

UNF's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 7.74% per year.
Strong growth: UNF's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of UNF?

UNF's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 0.80%. If you bought UNF's shares at 222.87 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (1.78 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 0.80% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of UNF?

UNF Payout Consistency is 94.8%. 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: Unifirst has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does UNF have a good Dividend Yield?

UNF`s 0.76% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of UNF?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of UNF is 18.3%. Very low - Often a strong indicator of potential dividend growth.

What is the Dividend Rating of UNF?

UNF`s Overall Dividend Rating is 63.48%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

UNF Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in UNF's Outstanding Shares?

Unifirst's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 1.56% 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 UNF ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jan 20, 1994 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
1985 20,160,000
1986 20,160,000
1987 20,188,000 +0.14%
1988 20,196,000 +0.04%
1989 20,295,000 +0.49%
1990 20,321,000 +0.13%
1991 20,344,000 +0.11%
1992 20,406,000 +0.3%
1993 20,502,000 +0.47%
1994 20,740,700 +1.16%
1995 20,606,100 -0.65%
1996 20,789,500 +0.89%
1997 20,465,100 -1.56%
1998 20,434,800 -0.15%
1999 19,642,900 -3.88%
2000 19,620,000 -0.12%
2001 19,250,000 -1.89%
2002 19,271,000 +0.11%
2003 19,249,000 -0.11%
2004 19,277,000 +0.15%
2005 19,328,000 +0.26%
2006 19,322,000 -0.03%
2007 19,366,000 +0.23%
2008 19,445,400 +0.41%
2009 19,434,000 -0.06%
2010 19,487,000 +0.27%
2011 19,557,000 +0.36%
2012 19,693,000 +0.7%
2013 19,891,000 +1.01%
2014 20,008,000 +0.59%
2015 20,132,000 +0.62%
2016 20,249,000 +0.58%
2017 20,434,000 +0.91%
2018 19,302,000 -5.54%
2019 19,123,000 -0.93%
2020 19,019,000 -0.54%
2021 19,026,000 +0.04%
2022 18,754,000 -1.43%
2023 18,769,000 +0.08%
2024 18,666,000 -0.55%
2025 18,188,000 -2.56%

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