NHC Dividend History & Analysis | 2.3% Yield

NHC has a dividend yield of 2.3% and paid 2.53 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 2.26%
Payout Ratio 38.6%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 4.64%
Consistency Lifetime 72.7%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.48%
Payout FCF 26.0%
Streak Years 22
Dividend Rating 57.47%

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: 60.7%
Total Return 5y: 183.2%

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
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%
EHC 9,521 M 0.64% 1.16%
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%
ENSG 9,943 M 4.42% 98.6%
FRE 31,878 M 3.25% 84.7%
FME 13,192 M 1.82% 97.7%

NHC 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 2026-01-30 Quarterly 0.64 0% 0.46%
2025-09-30 2025-09-30 2025-10-31 Quarterly 0.64 0% 0.53%
2025-06-30 2025-06-30 2025-08-01 Quarterly 0.64 4.9% 0.59%
2025-03-28 2025-03-28 2025-04-25 Quarterly 0.61 0% 0.65%
2024-12-30 2024-12-30 2025-01-31 Quarterly 0.61 0% 0.57%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-11-01 Quarterly 0.61 0% 0.5%
2024-06-28 2024-06-28 2024-08-01 Quarterly 0.61 3.4% 0.56%
2024-03-27 2024-03-29 2024-05-01 Quarterly 0.59 0% 0.64%
2023-12-28 2023-12-29 2024-02-01 Quarterly 0.59 0% 0.62%
2023-09-28 2023-09-29 2023-11-01 Quarterly 0.59 0% 0.92%
2023-06-29 2023-06-30 2023-07-31 Quarterly 0.59 3.5% 0.97%
2023-03-30 2023-03-31 2023-05-01 Quarterly 0.57 0% 1%
2022-12-29 2022-12-30 2023-02-01 Quarterly 0.57 0% 0.94%
2022-09-29 2022-09-30 2022-11-01 Quarterly 0.57 0% 0.85%
2022-06-29 2022-06-30 2022-08-01 Quarterly 0.57 3.6% 0.83%
2022-03-30 2022-03-31 2022-05-02 Quarterly 0.55 0% 0.76%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-02-01 Quarterly 0.55 5.8% 0.8%
2021-09-29 2021-09-30 2021-11-01 Quarterly 0.52 0% 0.75%
2021-06-29 2021-06-30 2021-08-02 Quarterly 0.52 0% 0.74%
2021-03-30 2021-03-31 2021-05-03 Quarterly 0.52 0% 0.68%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-02-01 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2020-09-29 2020-09-30 2020-11-02 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2020-06-29 2020-06-30 2020-08-03 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2020-03-30 2020-03-31 2020-05-01 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-02-03 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2019-09-27 2019-09-30 2019-12-02 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2019-06-27 2019-06-28 2019-08-30 Quarterly 0.52 4% N/A
2019-03-28 2019-03-29 2019-06-03 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-12-28 2018-12-31 2019-03-01 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-09-27 2018-09-28 2018-12-03 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2018-06-28 2018-06-29 2018-08-31 Quarterly 0.5 4.2% N/A
2018-03-28 2018-03-30 2018-06-01 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2017-12-28 2017-12-29 2018-03-01 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2017-09-28 2017-09-29 2017-12-01 Quarterly 0.48 0% N/A
2017-06-28 2017-06-30 2017-09-01 Quarterly 0.48 6.7% N/A
2017-03-29 2017-03-31 2017-06-01 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2016-12-28 2016-12-30 2017-03-01 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2016-09-28 2016-09-30 2016-12-01 Quarterly 0.45 0% N/A
2016-06-28 2016-06-30 2016-09-01 Quarterly 0.45 12.5% N/A
2016-03-29 2016-03-31 2016-06-01 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2015-12-29 2015-12-31 2016-03-01 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2015-09-28 2015-09-30 2015-12-01 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2015-09-11 2015-09-15 2015-10-15 Quarterly 0.4 0% N/A
2015-06-26 2015-06-30 2015-09-01 Quarterly 0.4 17.6% N/A
2015-03-27 2015-03-31 2015-06-01 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2014-12-29 2014-12-31 2015-03-02 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2014-09-26 2014-09-30 2014-12-01 Quarterly 0.34 0% N/A
2014-06-26 2014-06-30 2014-09-02 Quarterly 0.34 6.3% N/A
2014-03-27 2014-03-31 2014-06-02 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A
2013-12-27 2013-12-31 2014-03-03 Quarterly 0.32 0% N/A

NHC Dividend FAQ

National HealthCare Corporation (NYSE MKT:NHC) operates a diversified portfolio of post-acute and senior-living services through two primary segments: Inpatient (skilled nursing, memory-care, sub-acute, assisted-living, independent-living, and behavioral-health facilities) and Homecare & Hospice (home health, hospice, pharmacy, and managed-care solutions). The company also generates ancillary revenue by leasing facilities and providing management, accounting, and financial services. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, NHC serves patients recovering from acute events (e.g., strokes, heart attacks) as well as long-term and end-of-life care needs.

What is the Dividend Yield of NHC?

As of February 2026, NHC`s dividend yield is 2.26%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 2.53 USD by the current share price of 159.90.

Does NHC pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, NHC paid a dividend of 2.53 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-31 and the payout was 0.64 USD.

How often does NHC pay dividends?

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

NHC dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for NHC for the next 4 payments are between 0.507 (-20.8%) and 0.558 (-12.8%).
This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment.

Will NHC pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.64 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-31. The next Ex-Dividend date for National HealthCare (NHC) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for NHC?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of NHC?

NHC's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 4.64% per year.
Strong growth: NHC's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of NHC?

NHC's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 4.48%. If you bought NHC's shares at 56.47 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (2.53 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 4.48% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of NHC?

NHC Payout Consistency is 72.7%. 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.
Unstable: National HealthCare has an inconsistent track record of dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does NHC have a good Dividend Yield?

NHC`s 2.26% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of NHC?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of NHC is 38.6%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of NHC?

NHC`s Overall Dividend Rating is 57.47%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

NHC Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in NHC's Outstanding Shares?

National HealthCare's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.57% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 33.3%).

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

Has NHC ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jun 24, 1985 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
1991 7,264,000
1992 7,096,800 -2.3%
1993 7,756,200 +9.29%
1994 7,884,600 +1.66%
1995 7,887,300 +0.03%
1996 8,617,000 +9.25%
1997 10,740,700 +24.65%
1998 11,000,000 +2.41%
1999 11,553,000 +5.03%
2000 11,217,200 -2.91%
2001 11,505,100 +2.57%
2002 11,596,500 +0.79%
2003 11,663,800 +0.58%
2004 12,229,900 +4.85%
2005 12,281,900 +0.43%
2006 12,526,200 +1.99%
2007 12,767,700 +1.93%
2008 13,228,800 +3.61%
2009 13,721,600 +3.73%
2010 13,680,100 -0.3%
2011 13,840,100 +1.17%
2012 14,034,500 +1.4%
2013 13,843,200 -1.36%
2014 16,821,900 +21.52%
2015 14,865,500 -11.63%
2016 15,176,500 +2.09%
2017 15,222,300 +0.3%
2018 15,255,100 +0.22%
2019 15,389,100 +0.88%
2020 15,371,700 -0.11%
2021 15,440,600 +0.45%
2022 15,358,500 -0.53%
2023 15,486,600 +0.83%
2024 15,665,000 +1.15%
2025 15,664,500 -0%

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