Essential Utilities (WTRG) Dividend Income Calculator
Essential Utilities (WTRG) has paid 166 dividends since Feb 8, 1985. The most recent was $0.3426/share on May 12, 2026, paid Quarterly. Use the calculator below to see how much dividend income you would have earned.
Total Dividend Income
$99,607.75
From $1,000 invested
Number of Payments
166
4635.64 shares
Avg. Annual Yield on Cost
237.16%
Over 42 years
Years of Dividends
42
Feb 8, 1985 – May 12, 2026
Annual Dividend Breakdown
Totals per calendar year for your investment scenario (cash dividends, no DRIP).
| Year | Total Dividends ($) | Payments | Yield on Cost (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 4084.00 | 4 | 408.40 |
| 1986 | 4223.99 | 4 | 422.40 |
| 1987 | 669.31 | 4 | 66.93 |
| 1988 | 669.31 | 4 | 66.93 |
| 1989 | 669.31 | 4 | 66.93 |
| 1990 | 712.03 | 4 | 71.20 |
| 1991 | 712.03 | 4 | 71.20 |
| 1992 | 740.52 | 4 | 74.05 |
| 1993 | 761.88 | 4 | 76.19 |
| 1994 | 783.24 | 4 | 78.32 |
| 1995 | 811.72 | 4 | 81.17 |
| 1996 | 844.47 | 4 | 84.45 |
| 1997 | 884.35 | 4 | 88.44 |
| 1998 | 945.58 | 4 | 94.56 |
| 1999 | 996.85 | 4 | 99.68 |
| 2000 | 1045.27 | 4 | 104.53 |
| 2001 | 1123.23 | 4 | 112.32 |
| 2002 | 1199.33 | 4 | 119.93 |
| 2003 | 1268.31 | 4 | 126.83 |
| 2004 | 1362.88 | 4 | 136.29 |
| 2005 | 1482.48 | 4 | 148.25 |
| 2006 | 1646.58 | 4 | 164.66 |
| 2007 | 1780.09 | 4 | 178.01 |
| 2008 | 1891.34 | 4 | 189.13 |
| 2009 | 2039.68 | 4 | 203.97 |
| 2010 | 2188.02 | 4 | 218.80 |
| 2011 | 2336.36 | 4 | 233.64 |
| 2012 | 2484.70 | 4 | 248.47 |
| 2013 | 2707.21 | 4 | 270.72 |
| 2014 | 2938.99 | 4 | 293.90 |
| 2015 | 3180.05 | 4 | 318.00 |
| 2016 | 3423.88 | 4 | 342.39 |
| 2017 | 3671.43 | 4 | 367.14 |
| 2018 | 3928.24 | 4 | 392.82 |
| 2019 | 4202.67 | 4 | 420.27 |
| 2020 | 4496.57 | 4 | 449.66 |
| 2021 | 4810.87 | 4 | 481.09 |
| 2022 | 5147.41 | 4 | 514.74 |
| 2023 | 5508.07 | 4 | 550.81 |
| 2024 | 5865.01 | 4 | 586.50 |
| 2025 | 6194.14 | 4 | 619.41 |
| 2026 | 3176.34 | 2 | 317.63 |
Dividend Payments
Dates are ex-dividend. Total received is cash income for your entered investment amount (no DRIP).
Ex-date May 12, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $0.3426
- Total received
- $1588.17
Ex-date Feb 9, 2026
- Dividend/share
- $0.3426
- Total received
- $1588.17
Ex-date Nov 12, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.3426
- Total received
- $1588.17
Ex-date Aug 12, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.3426
- Total received
- $1588.17
Ex-date May 13, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.3255
- Total received
- $1508.90
Ex-date Feb 10, 2025
- Dividend/share
- $0.3255
- Total received
- $1508.90
Ex-date Nov 12, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.3255
- Total received
- $1508.90
Ex-date Aug 12, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.3255
- Total received
- $1508.90
Ex-date May 9, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.3071
- Total received
- $1423.60
Ex-date Feb 8, 2024
- Dividend/share
- $0.3071
- Total received
- $1423.60
Ex-date Nov 9, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $0.3071
- Total received
- $1423.60
Ex-date Aug 10, 2023
- Dividend/share
- $0.3071
- Total received
- $1423.60
| Date | Dividend/Share | Total Received |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 | $0.3426 | $1588.17 |
| Feb 9, 2026 | $0.3426 | $1588.17 |
| Nov 12, 2025 | $0.3426 | $1588.17 |
| Aug 12, 2025 | $0.3426 | $1588.17 |
| May 13, 2025 | $0.3255 | $1508.90 |
| Feb 10, 2025 | $0.3255 | $1508.90 |
| Nov 12, 2024 | $0.3255 | $1508.90 |
| Aug 12, 2024 | $0.3255 | $1508.90 |
| May 9, 2024 | $0.3071 | $1423.60 |
| Feb 8, 2024 | $0.3071 | $1423.60 |
| Nov 9, 2023 | $0.3071 | $1423.60 |
| Aug 10, 2023 | $0.3071 | $1423.60 |
Frequently asked questions
How much dividend income would $1,000 invested in Essential Utilities have earned?
- A $1,000 investment in Essential Utilities (WTRG) from Feb 8, 1985 would have earned $99,607.75 in total dividend income across 166 payments.
How many dividends has Essential Utilities paid?
- Essential Utilities (WTRG) has made 166 dividend payments since Feb 8, 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 Essential Utilities 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.