Hershey (HSY) Dividend Income Calculator
Hershey (HSY) has paid 164 dividends since Aug 19, 1985. The most recent dividend was $1.4520/share on Mar 16, 2026, paid Quarterly. Use the calculator below to see how much dividend income you would have earned.
HSY
Total Dividend Income
$43,521.82
From $1,000 invested
Number of Payments
164
694.44 shares
Avg. Annual Yield on Cost
103.62%
Over 42 years
Years of Dividends
42
Aug 19, 1985 – May 15, 2026
Annual Dividend Breakdown
Totals per calendar year for your investment scenario (cash dividends, no DRIP).
| Year | Total Dividends ($) | Payments | Yield on Cost (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 41.96 | 2 | 4.20 |
| 1986 | 90.28 | 4 | 9.03 |
| 1987 | 100.69 | 4 | 10.07 |
| 1988 | 114.58 | 4 | 11.46 |
| 1989 | 128.47 | 4 | 12.85 |
| 1990 | 171.88 | 4 | 17.19 |
| 1991 | 163.19 | 4 | 16.32 |
| 1992 | 178.82 | 4 | 17.88 |
| 1993 | 197.92 | 4 | 19.79 |
| 1994 | 217.01 | 4 | 21.70 |
| 1995 | 237.85 | 4 | 23.78 |
| 1996 | 263.89 | 4 | 26.39 |
| 1997 | 291.67 | 4 | 29.17 |
| 1998 | 319.44 | 4 | 31.94 |
| 1999 | 347.22 | 4 | 34.72 |
| 2000 | 375.00 | 4 | 37.50 |
| 2001 | 404.86 | 4 | 40.49 |
| 2002 | 437.85 | 4 | 43.78 |
| 2003 | 501.74 | 4 | 50.17 |
| 2004 | 579.86 | 4 | 57.99 |
| 2005 | 645.83 | 4 | 64.58 |
| 2006 | 715.28 | 4 | 71.53 |
| 2007 | 788.19 | 4 | 78.82 |
| 2008 | 826.39 | 4 | 82.64 |
| 2009 | 826.39 | 4 | 82.64 |
| 2010 | 888.89 | 4 | 88.89 |
| 2011 | 958.33 | 4 | 95.83 |
| 2012 | 1083.33 | 4 | 108.33 |
| 2013 | 1256.94 | 4 | 125.69 |
| 2014 | 1416.67 | 4 | 141.67 |
| 2015 | 1552.78 | 4 | 155.28 |
| 2016 | 1668.06 | 4 | 166.81 |
| 2017 | 1769.44 | 4 | 176.94 |
| 2018 | 1913.89 | 4 | 191.39 |
| 2019 | 2076.39 | 4 | 207.64 |
| 2020 | 2190.28 | 4 | 219.03 |
| 2021 | 2368.06 | 4 | 236.81 |
| 2022 | 2690.28 | 4 | 269.03 |
| 2023 | 3094.44 | 4 | 309.44 |
| 2024 | 3805.56 | 4 | 380.56 |
| 2025 | 3805.56 | 4 | 380.56 |
| 2026 | 2016.67 | 2 | 201.67 |
Dividend Payments
Dates are ex-dividend. Total received is cash income for your entered investment amount (no DRIP).
Ex-date May 15, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $1.4520
- Total received
- $1008.33
Ex-date Feb 17, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $1.4520
- Total received
- $1008.33
Ex-date Nov 17, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Aug 15, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date May 16, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Feb 14, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Nov 18, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Aug 16, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date May 16, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Feb 16, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.3700
- Total received
- $951.39
Ex-date Nov 16, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.1920
- Total received
- $827.78
Ex-date Aug 17, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.1920
- Total received
- $827.78
| Date | Dividend/Share | Total Received |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2026 | $1.4520 | $1008.33 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | $1.4520 | $1008.33 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| May 16, 2025 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Feb 14, 2025 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Nov 18, 2024 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Aug 16, 2024 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| May 16, 2024 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Feb 16, 2024 | $1.3700 | $951.39 |
| Nov 16, 2023 | $1.1920 | $827.78 |
| Aug 17, 2023 | $1.1920 | $827.78 |
Frequently asked questions
How much dividend income would $1,000 invested in Hershey have earned?
A $1,000 investment in Hershey (HSY) from Aug 19, 1985 would have earned $43,521.82 in total dividend income across 164 payments.
How many dividends has Hershey paid?
Hershey (HSY) has made 164 dividend payments since Aug 19, 1985.
Does the calculator include reinvested dividends (DRIP)?
Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" checkbox to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included in the dividend income calculation?
No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket and account type.
What data source is used for Hershey dividends?
Dividend data comes from verified historical records. All recorded dividends are included, using split-adjusted amounts for accuracy.
Data & methodology
What data source is used?
Dividend data comes from verified historical records, including all regular and special dividends.
Does this include special dividends?
Yes, all recorded dividends are included in the calculation, including special (one-time) dividends.
Does this account for DRIP (dividend reinvestment)?
Yes, toggle the "Reinvest dividends (DRIP)" option to see how reinvesting each dividend at the actual stock price on the ex-date would have compounded your shares and income over time.
Are taxes included?
No, all figures show gross dividend income before any taxes. Actual after-tax income depends on your tax bracket, account type, and jurisdiction.
How are stock splits handled?
The calculator uses split-adjusted dividend amounts (adj_dividend) which account for all historical stock splits, ensuring accurate income calculations.
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