Essex Property Trust Inc Stock Dividends Overview

ESS pays dividends quarterly. Last paid amount was $2.57 at Oct 15, 2025. As of today, dividend yield (TTM) is 4.03%.

Dividend Yield Range

The Dividend Yield Range is the range of values in which a stock’s dividend yield has fluctuated within a specified period, often a year. It represents the variation between the highest and lowest dividend yields observed during that time frame.
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Key Stats

Dividend Yield (TTM) 4.03%
Frequency Quarterly
1Y Growth 4.90%
Payout Ratio 0
Amount Per Share $2.57
Essex Property Trust Inc has not yet announced its next dividend date. Last payment date was: Oct 15, 2025.

ESS Dividend Payout History

To ensure a understanding of ESS's dividend performance, consider examining the historical payout ratios and how they align with the company's earnings. Fluctuations in payout amounts may reflect changes in the company's dividend policy or earnings stability.


# Declaration Date Ex-Date Pay Date Amount Yield
1 Sep 30, 2025 Sep 30, 2025 Oct 15, 2025 $2.57 0.96%
2 May 15, 2025 Jun 30, 2025 Jul 15, 2025 $2.57 0.89%
3 Feb 20, 2025 Mar 31, 2025 Apr 15, 2025 $2.57 0.94%
4 Jan 02, 2025 Jan 02, 2025 Jan 15, 2025 $2.45 0.87%
5 Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Oct 11, 2024 $2.45 0.85%
6 May 15, 2024 Jun 28, 2024 Jul 12, 2024 $2.45 0.89%
7 Mar 27, 2024 Mar 27, 2024 Apr 12, 2024 $2.45 1.02%
8 Dec 08, 2023 Dec 29, 2023 Jan 12, 2024 $2.31 0.93%
9 Sep 07, 2023 Sep 28, 2023 Oct 13, 2023 $2.31 1.05%
10 May 12, 2023 Jun 29, 2023 Jul 14, 2023 $2.31 0.94%

Dividend Sustainability

The company's low Dividend Sustainability Score (DSS) highlights potential challenges in upholding its current dividend levels. Unfortunately, its low Dividend Growth Potential Score (DGPS) suggests limited prospects for dividend growth. In conclusion, a more vigilant stance is recommended given the company's tentative dividend landscape.

Sustainability score

Low (57.49%)

Growth potential

Stable (3.46%)

ESS Dividend Calculator

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Comparing ESS to Sector and Country

ESS pays a solid dividend yield of 4.03%, which is higher than the average of the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.75%). ESS’s dividend yield is lower than the average of the top 25% of dividend payers in the Real Estate sector in the US market (11.90%), which means that there are more attractive dividend stocks to consider.

ESS Stock Competitors

Symbol Company Name Market Cap Amount Per Share Dividend Yield (TTM) Payout Ratio (TTM)
EQR
Equity Residential 22.467B $0.693 4.66% 89.88%
ESS
Essex Property Trust Inc 16.248B $2.57 4.03% 56.75%

FAQ

What factors can affect the amount of ESS's dividend payments?
The amount of ESS's dividends can fluctuate based on several factors, including the company's financial performance, earnings, cash flow, capital requirements, and overall market conditions. Changes in ESS sector's trends, interest rate shifts, and the company's operational adjustments can also influence dividend decisions.

Can dividends from ESS stock be automatically reinvested?
If ESS offers a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP), shareholders may have the option to automatically reinvest dividends to purchase additional shares. Please check with your brokerage for the availability and details of such a plan. Here's an easy guide on how to buy ESS stock.

How often does ESS pay dividend?
Essex Property Trust Inc (ESS) pays dividends quarterly. The most recent payout was on Oct 15, 2025.

How much does ESS pays per share?
The last recorder (Sep 30, 2025) dividend per share was $2.57.

What is ESS dividend growth rate?
Over the last year, Essex Property Trust Inc has witnessed growth rate of 4.90% . Looking back over the past 3 years, this growth rate has been 5.32%. Furthermore, examining the past 5 years, Essex Property Trust Inc has maintained an average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of 4.34%.
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ABOUT ESSEX PROPERTY TRUST INC
Essex Property Trust
Essex Property Trust, Inc., an S&P 500 company, is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily residential properties in selected West Coast markets. Essex currently has ownership interests in 246 apartment communities comprising approximately 60,000 apartment homes with an additional 6 properties in various stages of active development....
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