What is HCA's current dividend yield?

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) has a dividend yield of 0.84%, paying $3.12 per share annually.

How often does HCA pay dividends?

HCA Healthcare, Inc. typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $3.12 per share.

When is HCA's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for HCA Healthcare, Inc. was June 16, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is HCA's dividend growth rate?

HCA Healthcare, Inc. has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.1%.

What is HCA's payout ratio?

HCA Healthcare, Inc. has a payout ratio of 10%, meaning it distributes 10% of its earnings as dividends. This leaves significant room for dividend growth.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) Dividend Analysis

Comprehensive dividend yield, safety, growth, and income analysis for HCA.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) pays a modest 0.84% dividend yield, or $3.12 per share annually at a stock price of $428.96. The payout ratio of 10% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 9.3x. Dividend growth is slowing — the 3-year CAGR of 8.8% trails the 5-year rate of 29.1%. The most recent ex-dividend date was June 16, 2026.

Dividend Overview

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) pays a modest 0.84% dividend yield, or $3.12 per share annually at a stock price of $428.96.

Dividend Yield

0.84%

Annual Dividend

$3.12

Share Price

$428.96

Ex-Dividend Date

Jun 16, 2026

Consecutive Years

0 yrs

Sector

Health Care

Dividend Safety

Safe

The payout ratio of 10% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases.

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in HCA with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $13,966 after 10 years, generating roughly $1,508/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 0.84% yield and a 29.1% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$10,084	$109	+1%
Year 5	$10,769	$324	+8%
Year 10	$13,966	$1,508	+40%
Year 15	$33,329	$12,904	+233%
Year 20	$433,902	$602,227	+4239%

Assumes constant share price and reinvestment at current price. Actual results will vary. Try our DRIP Calculator for a customized projection with real historical data.