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MCD dividend safety score
McDonald's Corporation · Consumer Cyclical
MCD scores 90/100 for dividend safety, which means a strong dividend record with low cut risk.
Updated November 1, 2026.
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has a modest dividend yield of 2.74%, 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, Dec
- Next ex-dividend date: ~Dec 1, 2026 (estimated)
MCD dividend per share by year
| Year | Dividend / share | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7.17 | +5.8% |
| 2024 | $6.78 | +8.8% |
| 2023 | $6.23 | +10.1% |
| 2022 | $5.66 | +7.8% |
| 2021 | $5.25 | +4.2% |
| 2020 | $5.04 | +6.6% |
| 2019 | $4.73 | – |
Complete calendar years only. Red bars mark a year the dividend fell by more than 2%.
How MCD compares
| MCD | All covered avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 90 | 49 |
| Dividend yield | 2.74% | 45.29% |
Averages are across 184 stocks and funds with a safety score on Safe Dividend Tracker.
Expected upcoming MCD dividend dates
| Estimated ex-dividend date | Estimated amount per share |
|---|---|
| ~Dec 1, 2026 | $1.8600 |
| ~Mar 2, 2027 | $1.8600 |
| ~Jun 1, 2027 | $1.8600 |
| ~Aug 31, 2027 | $1.8600 |
Estimates based on MCD's usual payment pattern and last payment. The company sets the real dates and amounts. Confirm with your broker.
How much would MCD pay you?
| Invested | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $27 | $2 |
| $10,000 | $274 | $23 |
| $50,000 | $1,368 | $114 |
| $100,000 | $2,736 | $228 |
To earn $1,000 a month from MCD at today's yield you would need about $438,548 invested, roughly 1,613 shares.
Based on the current yield of 2.74%. Yields and prices change, and dividends are not guaranteed.
Recent MCD dividend payments
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2026 | $1.8600 |
| Mar 3, 2026 | $1.8600 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $1.8600 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $1.7700 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | $1.7700 |
| Mar 3, 2025 | $1.7700 |
| Dec 2, 2024 | $1.7700 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | $1.6700 |
| Jun 3, 2024 | $1.6700 |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $1.6700 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | $1.6700 |
| Aug 31, 2023 | $1.5200 |
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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.
MCD dividend FAQ
Is the MCD dividend safe?
McDonald's 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 MCD dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for MCD is about 2.74%, based on the latest price and the dividend per share we track.
How often does MCD pay dividends?
McDonald's Corporation pays dividends quarterly.
How much would $10,000 in MCD earn in dividends?
At a yield of 2.74%, $10,000 invested in MCD would pay about $274 a year, or roughly $23 a month. Yields change over time, so this is only an estimate.
When is the next MCD ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for MCD is expected around December 1, 2026 (an estimate based on its payment pattern). Confirm with your broker or the fund company before you trade.