McDonald's (MCD) Dividend Income Calculator
McDonald's (MCD) has paid 177 dividends since May 10, 1976. The most recent was $1.8600/share on Mar 3, 2026, paid Quarterly. Use the calculator below to see how much dividend income you would have earned.
McDonald's
MCD
Total Dividend Income
$126,054.71
From $1,000 invested
Number of Payments
177
1535.01 shares
Avg. Annual Yield on Cost
247.17%
Over 51 years
Years of Dividends
51
May 10, 1976 – Mar 3, 2026
Annual Dividend Breakdown
Totals per calendar year for your investment scenario (cash dividends, no DRIP).
| Year | Total Dividends ($) | Payments | Yield on Cost (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 2.84 | 3 | 0.28 |
| 1977 | 6.63 | 4 | 0.66 |
| 1978 | 12.13 | 4 | 1.21 |
| 1979 | 19.33 | 4 | 1.93 |
| 1980 | 28.05 | 4 | 2.80 |
| 1981 | 36.01 | 4 | 3.60 |
| 1982 | 44.72 | 4 | 4.47 |
| 1983 | 55.15 | 4 | 5.51 |
| 1984 | 64.67 | 4 | 6.47 |
| 1985 | 75.05 | 4 | 7.50 |
| 1986 | 75.47 | 4 | 7.55 |
| 1987 | 93.00 | 4 | 9.30 |
| 1988 | 131.44 | 5 | 13.14 |
| 1989 | 115.70 | 4 | 11.57 |
| 1990 | 127.41 | 4 | 12.74 |
| 1991 | 139.11 | 4 | 13.91 |
| 1992 | 151.58 | 4 | 15.16 |
| 1993 | 161.56 | 4 | 16.16 |
| 1994 | 179.21 | 4 | 17.92 |
| 1995 | 201.47 | 4 | 20.15 |
| 1996 | 224.50 | 4 | 22.45 |
| 1997 | 247.52 | 4 | 24.75 |
| 1998 | 270.55 | 4 | 27.05 |
| 1999 | 299.33 | 4 | 29.93 |
| 2000 | 330.03 | 1 | 33.00 |
| 2001 | 345.38 | 1 | 34.54 |
| 2002 | 360.73 | 1 | 36.07 |
| 2003 | 614.01 | 1 | 61.40 |
| 2004 | 844.26 | 1 | 84.43 |
| 2005 | 1028.46 | 1 | 102.85 |
| 2006 | 1535.01 | 1 | 153.50 |
| 2007 | 2302.52 | 1 | 230.25 |
| 2008 | 2494.40 | 4 | 249.44 |
| 2009 | 3146.78 | 4 | 314.68 |
| 2010 | 3469.13 | 4 | 346.91 |
| 2011 | 3883.58 | 4 | 388.36 |
| 2012 | 4405.49 | 4 | 440.55 |
| 2013 | 4789.24 | 4 | 478.92 |
| 2014 | 5034.84 | 4 | 503.48 |
| 2015 | 5280.45 | 4 | 528.04 |
| 2016 | 5541.40 | 4 | 554.14 |
| 2017 | 5879.10 | 4 | 587.91 |
| 2018 | 6431.71 | 4 | 643.17 |
| 2019 | 7260.61 | 4 | 726.06 |
| 2020 | 7736.47 | 4 | 773.65 |
| 2021 | 8058.82 | 4 | 805.88 |
| 2022 | 8688.18 | 4 | 868.82 |
| 2023 | 9563.14 | 4 | 956.31 |
| 2024 | 10407.39 | 4 | 1040.74 |
| 2025 | 11006.05 | 4 | 1100.60 |
| 2026 | 2855.13 | 1 | 285.51 |
Dividend Payments
Dates are ex-dividend. Total received is cash income for your entered investment amount (no DRIP).
Ex-date Mar 3, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $1.8600
- Total received
- $2855.13
Ex-date Dec 1, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.8600
- Total received
- $2855.13
Ex-date Sep 2, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.7700
- Total received
- $2716.97
Ex-date Jun 2, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.7700
- Total received
- $2716.97
Ex-date Mar 3, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $1.7700
- Total received
- $2716.97
Ex-date Dec 2, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.7700
- Total received
- $2716.97
Ex-date Sep 3, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.6700
- Total received
- $2563.47
Ex-date Jun 3, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.6700
- Total received
- $2563.47
Ex-date Feb 29, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $1.6700
- Total received
- $2563.47
Ex-date Nov 30, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.6700
- Total received
- $2563.47
Ex-date Aug 31, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.5200
- Total received
- $2333.22
Ex-date Jun 2, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $1.5200
- Total received
- $2333.22
| Date | Dividend/Share | Total Received |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2026 | $1.8600 | $2855.13 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $1.8600 | $2855.13 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $1.7700 | $2716.97 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | $1.7700 | $2716.97 |
| Mar 3, 2025 | $1.7700 | $2716.97 |
| Dec 2, 2024 | $1.7700 | $2716.97 |
| Sep 3, 2024 | $1.6700 | $2563.47 |
| Jun 3, 2024 | $1.6700 | $2563.47 |
| Feb 29, 2024 | $1.6700 | $2563.47 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | $1.6700 | $2563.47 |
| Aug 31, 2023 | $1.5200 | $2333.22 |
| Jun 2, 2023 | $1.5200 | $2333.22 |
Frequently asked questions
How much dividend income would $1,000 invested in McDonald's have earned?
- A $1,000 investment in McDonald's (MCD) from May 10, 1976 would have earned $126,054.71 in total dividend income across 177 payments.
How many dividends has McDonald's paid?
- McDonald's (MCD) has made 177 dividend payments since May 10, 1976.
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 McDonald's 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.