AVB — AvalonBay Communities, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | AVB | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 4.34% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 1.94% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | 94.6% | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | -18.7% | 2.7% |
Grades compare this stock to Real Estate sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
2.94%
3-Year Growth
3.25%
5-Year Growth
1.94%
10-Year Growth
3.42%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $1.7800 | +1.71% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $1.7500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $1.7500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $1.7500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $1.7500 | +2.94% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $1.7000 | 0.00% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $1.7000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $1.7000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $1.7000 | +3.03% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $1.6500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $1.6500 | +3.77% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 1, 2021 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $1.5900 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
94.6%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
66.5%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.66 | $367.28M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.89 | $315.52M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.68 | $587.87M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.17 | $240.89M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does AvalonBay Communities, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 4.34%.
What is AVB's dividend yield?
AVB's current dividend yield is 4.34%. The annual dividend is $7.00.
When is AVB's next ex-dividend date?
AVB's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has AvalonBay Communities, Inc. increased its dividend?
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. has increased its dividend for 3 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.