Stocks › KLAC
KLAC dividend safety score
KLA Corporation · Technology
KLAC scores 90/100 for dividend safety, which means a strong dividend record with low cut risk.
Updated November 1, 2026.
KLA Corporation (KLAC) has a very low dividend yield of 0.48%, 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 16, 2026 (estimated)
KLAC dividend per share by year
| Year | Dividend / share | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7.40 | +22.3% |
| 2024 | $6.05 | +13.1% |
| 2023 | $5.35 | +13.8% |
| 2022 | $4.70 | +20.5% |
| 2021 | $3.90 | +11.4% |
| 2020 | $3.50 | +12.9% |
| 2019 | $3.10 | – |
Complete calendar years only. Red bars mark a year the dividend fell by more than 2%.
How KLAC compares
| KLAC | Technology avg | All covered avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 90 | 68 | 49 |
| Dividend yield | 0.48% | 0.64% | 45.29% |
Averages are across 7 Technology stocks and 184 stocks and funds with a safety score on Safe Dividend Tracker.
Expected upcoming KLAC dividend dates
| Estimated ex-dividend date | Estimated amount per share |
|---|---|
| ~Nov 16, 2026 | $2.3000 |
| ~Feb 15, 2027 | $2.3000 |
| ~May 17, 2027 | $2.3000 |
| ~Aug 16, 2027 | $2.3000 |
Estimates based on KLAC's usual payment pattern and last payment. The company sets the real dates and amounts. Confirm with your broker.
How much would KLAC pay you?
| Invested | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $5 | $0 |
| $10,000 | $48 | $4 |
| $50,000 | $238 | $20 |
| $100,000 | $477 | $40 |
To earn $1,000 a month from KLAC at today's yield you would need about $2,516,251 invested, roughly 1,304 shares.
Based on the current yield of 0.48%. Yields and prices change, and dividends are not guaranteed.
Recent KLAC dividend payments
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 | $2.3000 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | $1.9000 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | $1.9000 |
| Aug 18, 2025 | $1.9000 |
| May 19, 2025 | $1.9000 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | $1.7000 |
| Nov 18, 2024 | $1.7000 |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $1.4500 |
| May 14, 2024 | $1.4500 |
| Feb 15, 2024 | $1.4500 |
| Nov 14, 2023 | $1.4500 |
| Aug 14, 2023 | $1.3000 |
Track KLAC and get alerts
Add it to your portfolio free. We tell you when its safety score drops or a dividend is coming.
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.
KLAC dividend FAQ
Is the KLAC dividend safe?
KLA Corporation 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 KLAC dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for KLAC is about 0.48%, based on the latest price and the dividend per share we track.
How often does KLAC pay dividends?
KLA Corporation pays dividends quarterly.
How much would $10,000 in KLAC earn in dividends?
At a yield of 0.48%, $10,000 invested in KLAC would pay about $48 a year, or roughly $4 a month. Yields change over time, so this is only an estimate.
When is the next KLAC ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for KLAC is expected around November 16, 2026 (an estimate based on its payment pattern). Confirm with your broker or the fund company before you trade.