PAYX — Paychex, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | PAYX | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.67% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 11.22% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 98.0% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | -30.6% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
10.18%
3-Year Growth
11.68%
5-Year Growth
11.22%
10-Year Growth
10.18%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 28, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 27, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | $1.0800 | 0.00% |
| Nov 7, 2025 | $1.0800 | 0.00% |
| Jul 21, 2025 | $1.0800 | 0.00% |
| May 12, 2025 | $1.0800 | +10.20% |
| Feb 7, 2025 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| Nov 7, 2024 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| Aug 8, 2024 | $0.9800 | 0.00% |
| May 9, 2024 | $0.9800 | +10.11% |
| Feb 12, 2024 | $0.8900 | 0.00% |
| Nov 13, 2023 | $0.8900 | 0.00% |
| Aug 9, 2023 | $0.8900 | 0.00% |
| May 10, 2023 | $0.8900 | +12.66% |
| Feb 8, 2023 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
| Nov 8, 2022 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
| Aug 10, 2022 | $0.7900 | 0.00% |
| May 11, 2022 | $0.7900 | +19.70% |
| Jan 28, 2022 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Oct 29, 2021 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| Jul 30, 2021 | $0.6600 | 0.00% |
| May 11, 2021 | $0.6600 | +6.45% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
98.0%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
75.7%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.07 | $662.50M |
| Q2 2026 | $1.10 | $382.80M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.19 | $510.50M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.15 | $248.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Paychex, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 4.67%.
What is PAYX's dividend yield?
PAYX's current dividend yield is 4.67%. The annual dividend is $4.32.
When is PAYX's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for PAYX has not been announced yet.
How many years has Paychex, Inc. increased its dividend?
Paychex, Inc. has increased its dividend for 12 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.