What is ORC's current dividend yield?

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) has a dividend yield of 17.60%, paying $1.20 per share annually.

How often does ORC pay dividends?

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $1.20 per share.

When is ORC's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for Orchid Island Capital, Inc. was May 29, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is ORC's dividend growth rate?

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -18.2%. The 10-year CAGR is -16.6%.

What is ORC's payout ratio?

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. has a payout ratio of 2%, meaning it distributes 2% of its earnings as dividends. This leaves significant room for dividend growth.

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) Dividend Analysis

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

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) pays a high 17.60% dividend yield, or $1.20 per share annually at a stock price of $6.68. The payout ratio of 2% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 0.8x. Dividend growth is accelerating — the 3-year CAGR of -11.9% exceeds the 5-year rate of -18.2% and the 10-year rate of -16.6%. The most recent ex-dividend date was May 29, 2026.

Dividend Overview

Orchid Island Capital, Inc. (ORC) pays a high 17.60% dividend yield, or $1.20 per share annually at a stock price of $6.68.

Dividend Yield

17.60%

Annual Dividend

$1.20

Share Price

$6.69

Ex-Dividend Date

May 29, 2026

Consecutive Years

0 yrs

Sector

Real Estate

Dividend Safety

Safe

The payout ratio of 2% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases.

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in ORC with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $22,133 after 10 years, generating roughly $522/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 17.60% yield and a -18.2% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$11,760	$1,692	+18%
Year 5	$17,781	$1,145	+78%
Year 10	$22,133	$522	+121%
Year 15	$24,009	$207	+140%
Year 20	$24,739	$78	+147%

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.