York Water Company Declares 621st Consecutive Dividend

The oldest publicly traded company in the nation maintains its record of never missing a dividend payment in over 210 years.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 10:55am

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The York Water Company announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, payable on April 15, 2026, to shareholders as of the record date of February 27, 2026. This marks the 621st consecutive dividend paid by the company, which is believed to be the longest record of consecutive dividends in America.

Why it matters

York Water's unbroken streak of dividend payments over more than two centuries is a testament to the company's financial stability and commitment to shareholder value. As one of the oldest publicly traded companies in the United States, York Water's consistent dividend history is a point of pride for the local community and an example of long-term corporate sustainability.

The details

The York Water Company, which is based in York, Pennsylvania, has paid a dividend to its shareholders every quarter without interruption since its founding over 210 years ago. The company's President and CEO, JT Hand, announced the latest dividend declaration following a meeting of the Board of Directors on January 26, 2026.

  • The quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share is payable on April 15, 2026.
  • The record date for the dividend is February 27, 2026.

The players

The York Water Company

A publicly traded water utility company based in York, Pennsylvania, and the oldest publicly traded company in the United States.

JT Hand

The President and CEO of The York Water Company.

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What they’re saying

“This is the 621st consecutive dividend to be paid by The York Water Company. York Water, which is the oldest publicly traded company in the nation, has never missed a dividend in over 210 years. This is believed to be the longest record of consecutive dividends in America.”

— JT Hand, President and CEO

The takeaway

The York Water Company's unbroken streak of dividend payments over more than two centuries is a remarkable achievement, demonstrating the company's financial stability, commitment to shareholders, and status as one of the most enduring publicly traded companies in the United States.