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KO dividend safety score
The Coca-Cola Company · Consumer Defensive
KO scores 90/100 for dividend safety, which means a strong dividend record with low cut risk.
Updated November 1, 2026.
The Coca-Cola Company (KO) has a modest dividend yield of 2.40%, 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: Mar, Jun, Sep, Dec
- Next ex-dividend date: ~Dec 18, 2026 (estimated)
KO dividend per share by year
| Year | Dividend / share | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.04 | +5.2% |
| 2024 | $1.94 | +5.4% |
| 2023 | $1.84 | +4.5% |
| 2022 | $1.76 | +4.8% |
| 2021 | $1.68 | +2.4% |
| 2020 | $1.64 | +36.7% |
| 2019 | $1.20 | – |
Complete calendar years only. Red bars mark a year the dividend fell by more than 2%.
How KO compares
| KO | Consumer Defensive avg | All covered avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 90 | 77 | 49 |
| Dividend yield | 2.40% | 4.58% | 45.29% |
Averages are across 8 Consumer Defensive stocks and 184 stocks and funds with a safety score on Safe Dividend Tracker.
Expected upcoming KO dividend dates
| Estimated ex-dividend date | Estimated amount per share |
|---|---|
| ~Dec 18, 2026 | $0.5300 |
| ~Mar 22, 2027 | $0.5300 |
| ~Jun 24, 2027 | $0.5300 |
| ~Sep 26, 2027 | $0.5300 |
Estimates based on KO's usual payment pattern and last payment. The company sets the real dates and amounts. Confirm with your broker.
How much would KO pay you?
| Invested | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $24 | $2 |
| $10,000 | $240 | $20 |
| $50,000 | $1,199 | $100 |
| $100,000 | $2,397 | $200 |
To earn $1,000 a month from KO at today's yield you would need about $500,605 invested, roughly 5,660 shares.
Based on the current yield of 2.40%. Yields and prices change, and dividends are not guaranteed.
Recent KO dividend payments
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | $0.5300 |
| Jun 15, 2026 | $0.5300 |
| Mar 13, 2026 | $0.5300 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.5100 |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $0.5100 |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.5100 |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.5100 |
| Nov 29, 2024 | $0.4850 |
| Sep 13, 2024 | $0.4850 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.4850 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.4850 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | $0.4600 |
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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.
KO dividend FAQ
Is the KO dividend safe?
The Coca-Cola Company 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 KO dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for KO is about 2.40%, based on the latest price and the dividend per share we track.
How often does KO pay dividends?
The Coca-Cola Company pays dividends quarterly.
How much would $10,000 in KO earn in dividends?
At a yield of 2.40%, $10,000 invested in KO would pay about $240 a year, or roughly $20 a month. Yields change over time, so this is only an estimate.
When is the next KO ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for KO is expected around December 18, 2026 (an estimate based on its payment pattern). Confirm with your broker or the fund company before you trade.