Dividend Kings: Complete List of 50+ Year Dividend Growers
Dividend Kings are the most elite dividend-paying stocks in the market. These companies have increased their dividends for 50 or more consecutive years, surviving recessions, market crashes, and major economic shifts while continuing to reward shareholders. Earning the title of Dividend King requires extraordinary financial discipline, durable competitive advantages, and a deep commitment to returning capital to investors.
| Ticker | Name | Sector | Price | Yield | Years ▼ | 5yr Growth | Payout | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG | PROCTER & GAMBLE Co | Consumer Staples | $144.55 | 3.01% | 63 | 5.26% | 64.33% | Compare |
| KO | Coca Cola Co | Consumer Staples | $87.71 | 2.42% | 63 | 4.61% | 62.46% | Compare |
| JNJ | Johnson & Johnson | Health Care | $260.35 | 2.06% | 61 | 5.08% | 60.79% | Compare |
| PEP | Pepsico Inc | Consumer Staples | $140.79 | 4.20% | 52 | 6.77% | 75.33% | Compare |
| EMR | Emerson Electric Co | Industrials | $163.17 | 1.36% | 52 | 1.91% | 47.98% | Compare |
| ED | Consolidated Edison Inc | Utilities | $108.80 | 3.23% | 51 | -3.14% | 57.15% | Compare |
| CL | Colgate Palmolive Co | Consumer Staples | $91.95 | 2.31% | 51 | 3.36% | 82.28% | Compare |
| WMT | Walmart Inc. | Consumer Staples | $115.27 | 85.89% | 50 | 0.03% | 33.54% | Compare |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Dividend King?
A Dividend King is a company that has increased its dividend payment for 50 or more consecutive years. This is the highest tier of dividend classification, demonstrating exceptional financial stability and shareholder commitment across multiple economic cycles.
How many Dividend Kings does REWD track?
REWD currently tracks 8 Dividend Kings — companies with 50+ consecutive years of dividend increases. This reflects our data coverage inside that range, not the total number of such companies in the market.
What are some examples of Dividend Kings?
Notable Dividend Kings include PROCTER & GAMBLE Co (PG) with 63 years, Coca Cola Co (KO) with 63 years, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) with 61 years, Pepsico Inc (PEP) with 52 years, Emerson Electric Co (EMR) with 52 years. See the full list above for all qualifying stocks with their current yields and growth metrics.
How do I invest in Dividend Kings?
You can invest in individual Dividend Kings through any brokerage account, or gain broad exposure through dividend-focused ETFs like NOBL (ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF). Use our dividend calculator to project income from any combination of these stocks.
What's the difference between Dividend Kings, Aristocrats, Contenders, and Challengers?
The classification is based on consecutive years of dividend increases: Kings (50+ years), Aristocrats (25-49 years, S&P 500 members), Contenders (10-24 years), and Challengers (5-9 years). Higher tiers indicate longer track records of dividend growth but may offer lower current yields.
Are Dividend Kings safe investments?
Dividend Kings have demonstrated 50+ years of dividend increases, which suggests strong financial discipline. However, past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Always check payout ratios, earnings coverage, and debt levels before investing. Use our safety ratings on each stock's dividend page for a quick assessment.