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JNJ dividend safety score
Johnson & Johnson · Healthcare
JNJ scores 90/100 for dividend safety, which means a strong dividend record with low cut risk.
Updated November 1, 2026.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has a modest dividend yield of 2.10%, below the 45.29% average of the 184 stocks and funds we score. Its dividend safety score of 90 is above the average of 49, and we rate it Safe.
- Safety rank: #1 of 184 stocks and funds we score
- Pays in: Feb, May, Nov
- Next ex-dividend date: ~Nov 24, 2026 (estimated)
JNJ dividend per share by year
| Year | Dividend / share | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5.14 | +4.7% |
| 2024 | $4.91 | +4.5% |
| 2023 | $4.70 | +5.6% |
| 2022 | $4.45 | +6.2% |
| 2021 | $4.19 | +5.3% |
| 2020 | $3.98 | +6.1% |
| 2019 | $3.75 | – |
Complete calendar years only. Red bars mark a year the dividend fell by more than 2%.
How JNJ compares
| JNJ | Healthcare avg | All covered avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 90 | 75 | 49 |
| Dividend yield | 2.10% | 2.44% | 45.29% |
Averages are across 6 Healthcare stocks and 184 stocks and funds with a safety score on Safe Dividend Tracker.
Expected upcoming JNJ dividend dates
| Estimated ex-dividend date | Estimated amount per share |
|---|---|
| ~Nov 24, 2026 | $1.3400 |
| ~Feb 23, 2027 | $1.3400 |
| ~May 25, 2027 | $1.3400 |
| ~Aug 24, 2027 | $1.3400 |
Estimates based on JNJ's usual payment pattern and last payment. The company sets the real dates and amounts. Confirm with your broker.
How much would JNJ pay you?
| Invested | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $21 | $2 |
| $10,000 | $210 | $18 |
| $50,000 | $1,051 | $88 |
| $100,000 | $2,103 | $175 |
To earn $1,000 a month from JNJ at today's yield you would need about $570,695 invested, roughly 2,239 shares.
Based on the current yield of 2.10%. Yields and prices change, and dividends are not guaranteed.
Recent JNJ dividend payments
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | $1.3400 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | $1.3000 |
| Nov 25, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| May 27, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| Feb 18, 2025 | $1.2400 |
| Nov 26, 2024 | $1.2400 |
| Aug 27, 2024 | $1.2400 |
| May 20, 2024 | $1.2400 |
| Feb 16, 2024 | $1.1900 |
| Nov 20, 2023 | $1.1900 |
| Aug 25, 2023 | $1.1900 |
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Start tracking freeHow we score dividend safety
We score each stock from 0 to 100 using its real dividend history: how many years it has paid, how consistent the payments are, and how the dividend has grown over 1, 3 and 5 years. Scores of 70 and up are rated Safe, 48 to 69 Moderate, 28 to 47 Watch, and below 28 Risky. Read more in our glossary.
JNJ dividend FAQ
Is the JNJ dividend safe?
Johnson & Johnson has a dividend safety score of 90 out of 100, which we rate Safe. That means a strong dividend record with low cut risk. The score looks at how long the dividend has been paid, how steady it has been, and how it has grown. It is not a guarantee.
What is the JNJ dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for JNJ is about 2.10%, based on the latest price and the dividend per share we track.
How often does JNJ pay dividends?
Johnson & Johnson pays dividends quarterly.
How much would $10,000 in JNJ earn in dividends?
At a yield of 2.10%, $10,000 invested in JNJ would pay about $210 a year, or roughly $18 a month. Yields change over time, so this is only an estimate.
When is the next JNJ ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for JNJ is expected around November 24, 2026 (an estimate based on its payment pattern). Confirm with your broker or the fund company before you trade.