Digital Realty Trust (DLR) Dividend History & Yield
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) has increased its dividend for multiple years and currently yields 2.56%. The most recent dividend was $1.2200/share on Mar 31, 2026, paid Quarterly.
Current Yield
2.56%
TTM Dividend/Share
$4.88
Payment Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
128.4%
Consecutive Growth Years
0
Div Growth (1Y CAGR)
0.00%
Div Growth (5Y CAGR)
1.73%
Div Growth (10Y CAGR)
3.68%
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Dividend health
Chowder score
4.3%
FCF payout ratio
77.3%
Net debt / EBITDA
4.3x
Interest coverage
2.06x
ROIC (TTM)
4.2%
Dividend Safety Score
4 out of 8 checks passed
Payout ratio below 75%
Payout ratio is 128.4%, above the 75% threshold.
Free cash flow covers dividend
FCF/share ($7.02) covers dividend/share ($4.88).
No dividend cuts in 10+ years
No dividend cuts in the last 10 years.
Positive earnings growth trend
Earnings per share have grown over the past 5 years.
10+ years of consecutive growth
Only 0 consecutive year(s) of dividend growth.
FCF payout ratio below 70%
FCF payout ratio is 77.3%, above the 70% threshold.
Net Debt/EBITDA below 3x
Net Debt/EBITDA is 4.3x.
Dividend growth ≤ earnings growth (5Y)
Dividend growth (1.7%) ≤ EPS growth (4.1%) — sustainable.
Per-payment dividend history
Ex-date Jun 15, 2026
- Payment date
- Jun 30, 2026
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Mar 13, 2026
- Payment date
- Mar 31, 2026
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Dec 15, 2025
- Payment date
- Jan 16, 2026
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Sep 15, 2025
- Payment date
- Sep 30, 2025
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Jun 13, 2025
- Payment date
- Jun 30, 2025
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Mar 14, 2025
- Payment date
- Mar 31, 2025
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Dec 13, 2024
- Payment date
- Jan 17, 2025
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Sep 13, 2024
- Payment date
- Sep 30, 2024
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Jun 14, 2024
- Payment date
- Jun 28, 2024
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Mar 14, 2024
- Payment date
- Mar 28, 2024
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Dec 14, 2023
- Payment date
- Jan 19, 2024
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
Ex-date Sep 14, 2023
- Payment date
- Sep 29, 2023
- Dividend
- $1.2200
- Adj. dividend
- $1.2200
| Ex-Date | Payment Date | Dividend | Adj. Dividend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Jan 16, 2026 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Sep 15, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Jun 13, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Mar 14, 2025 | Mar 31, 2025 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Dec 13, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Sep 13, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | Jun 28, 2024 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Dec 14, 2023 | Jan 19, 2024 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
| Sep 14, 2023 | Sep 29, 2023 | $1.2200 | $1.2200 |
Historical Dividend Yield
Dividend Growth
Dividend Increase Track Record
The table shows 17 year-over-year increases across 21 calendar years of data (2005–2025).
| Year | Previous DPS | New DPS | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4.8800 | — | — |
| 2025 | $4.8800 | $4.8800 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | $4.8800 | $4.8800 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | $4.8800 | $4.8800 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $4.6400 | $4.8800 | +5.2% |
| 2021 | $4.4800 | $4.6400 | +3.6% |
| 2020 | $4.3200 | $4.4800 | +3.7% |
| 2019 | $4.0400 | $4.3200 | +6.9% |
| 2018 | $3.7200 | $4.0400 | +8.6% |
| 2017 | $3.5200 | $3.7200 | +5.7% |
| 2016 | $3.4000 | $3.5200 | +3.5% |
| 2015 | $3.3200 | $3.4000 | +2.4% |
| 2014 | $3.1200 | $3.3200 | +6.4% |
| 2013 | $2.9200 | $3.1200 | +6.8% |
| 2012 | $2.7200 | $2.9200 | +7.4% |
| 2011 | $2.0200 | $2.7200 | +34.7% |
| 2010 | $1.4700 | $2.0200 | +37.4% |
| 2009 | $1.2600 | $1.4700 | +16.7% |
| 2008 | $1.1687 | $1.2600 | +7.8% |
| 2007 | $1.0813 | $1.1687 | +8.1% |
| 2006 | $0.9962 | $1.0813 | +8.5% |
| 2005 | — | $0.9962 | — |
DPS sums split-adjusted amounts (adj. dividend) by ex-dividend calendar year—the same basis as the Adj. Dividend column in Dividend Payment History. The Dividend column can differ after stock splits. This table uses four decimals per annual total so the Change column matches the shown amounts; each payment row in Dividend Payment History also uses four.
Cash dividends paid (USD) — TTM and history
Trailing-twelve-month and annual common dividends paid for Digital Realty Trust (DLR) from the consolidated cash flow statement, in USD as filed.
Latest period
$1.75B
YoY change
+5.8%
5Y CAGR
+8.3%
Peak year (2025)
$1.73B
Latest annual
$1.73B
Cash dividends paid over time for Digital Realty Trust (DLR)
Per-period cash dividends paid
Cash dividends paid annual + quarterly history for Digital Realty Trust (DLR)
| Fiscal year | Period ended | Reported | Dividends Paid | YoY | YoY change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.73B | +5.8% | +$95.22M | ||
| 2024 | $1.63B | +7.4% | +$112.60M | ||
| 2023 | $1.52B | +4.8% | +$70.01M | ||
| 2022 | $1.45B | +5.2% | +$71.44M | ||
| 2021 | $1.38B | +18.6% | +$216.42M | ||
| 2020 | $1.16B | +26.1% | +$241.01M | ||
| 2019 | $921.78M | +8.5% | +$72.31M | ||
| 2018 | $849.47M | +31.4% | +$203.06M | ||
| 2017 | $646.41M | +23.9% | +$124.79M | ||
| 2016 | $521.62M | +11.3% | +$52.98M | ||
| 2015 | $468.63M | +6.1% | +$26.94M | ||
| 2014 | $441.69M | +10.2% | +$40.74M | ||
| 2013 | $400.95M | +19.9% | +$66.52M | ||
| 2012 | $334.43M | +28.0% | +$73.14M | ||
| 2011 | $261.29M | +52.3% | +$89.74M | ||
| 2010 | $171.55M | +56.3% | +$61.77M | ||
| 2009 | $109.78M | +20.0% | +$18.31M | ||
| 2008 | $91.48M | +17.7% | +$13.72M | ||
| 2007 | $77.75M | +20.4% | +$13.15M | ||
| 2006 | $64.60M | +33.4% | +$16.17M | ||
| 2005 | $48.42M | -29.4% | -$20.17M | ||
| 2004 | $68.59M | — | +$68.59M | ||
| 2003 | $0 | — | — |
As of the 2025 fiscal year, Digital Realty Trust (DLR) reported dividends paid of $1.73B – grew 5.8% year-over-year.
Across 2020–2025 (5 years), Digital Realty Trust dividends paid produced a CAGR of +8.3% – sustaining 20 straight years of year-over-year growth.
2025 marks the peak dividends paid at $1.73B, with the historical low of $0 recorded in 2003.
Within Real Estate, Digital Realty Trust (DLR) ranks 8th among 8 peers we track. The peer median for dividends paid is $2.55B.
Digital Realty Trust Dividends Paid 2025: $1.73B
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2025 was $1.73B, grew 5.8% from 2024. This figure represents the highest annual value in the available history.
Digital Realty Trust Dividends Paid 2024: $1.63B
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2024 was $1.63B, grew 7.4% from 2023.
Digital Realty Trust Dividends Paid 2023: $1.52B
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2023 was $1.52B, edged up 4.8% from 2022.
Digital Realty Trust Dividends Paid 2022: $1.45B
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2022 was $1.45B, grew 5.2% from 2021.
Digital Realty Trust Dividends Paid 2021: $1.38B
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2021 was $1.38B.
See more financial history for Digital Realty Trust (DLR).
Sector peers by dividends paid
Companies in the same sector as Digital Realty Trust, ranked by their latest dividends paid.
| Company | Dividends Paid | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Prologis (PLD) | $3.76B | Real Estate |
| American Tower (AMT) | $3.16B | Real Estate |
| Realty Income (O) | $2.92B | Real Estate |
| Simon Property Group (SPG) | $2.79B | Real Estate |
| Public Storage (PSA) | $2.30B | Real Estate |
| Welltower (WELL) | $1.88B | Real Estate |
| Equinix (EQIX) | $1.86B | Real Estate |
| Ventas (VTR) | $860.06M | Real Estate |
Frequently asked questions
Does Digital Realty Trust pay dividends?
Yes, Digital Realty Trust (DLR) pays quarterly dividends of approximately $4.88 per share annually, yielding 2.56%.
What is Digital Realty Trust's dividend yield?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) has a current dividend yield of 2.56%.
Is Digital Realty Trust's dividend safe?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) passes 4 out of 8 dividend safety checks. See the detailed breakdown above for each criterion.
How many consecutive years has Digital Realty Trust increased its dividend?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) has 0 consecutive years of dividend increases.
What is Digital Realty Trust's dividend payout ratio?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) has a dividend payout ratio of 128.4%. Trailing twelve months (GAAP): adjusted dividends over roughly 12 months aligned with the latest reported quarter, divided by the sum of diluted EPS from the last four fiscal quarters (not NII or taxable income for BDCs/REITs).
What is Digital Realty Trust's dividends paid?
Latest reported dividends paid for Digital Realty Trust (DLR) is $1.75B (period ending March 31, 2026).
How has Digital Realty Trust dividends paid changed year-over-year?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) dividends paid changed +5.8% year-over-year on the latest annual filing.
What is the long-term growth rate of Digital Realty Trust dividends paid?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) dividends paid compound annual growth rate is +8.3% over the most recent 5 years available.
When did Digital Realty Trust dividends paid hit its highest annual value?
Digital Realty Trust dividends paid reached its highest annual value of $1.73B in 2025.
What was Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2024?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) dividends paid in 2024 was $1.63B.
What was Digital Realty Trust dividends paid in 2025?
Digital Realty Trust (DLR) dividends paid in 2025 was $1.73B.
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