Nexstar Media (NXST) | Dividend History & Payments | 2013 - 2025
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TL;DR: Nexstar Media Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Nexstar Media has paid $8.96 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 4.75%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 0.89%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of $19.54 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Aug 15, 2025
12-Month Dividend
$8.96
12-Month Div. Yield
4.75%
3-Year Total Dividend
$19.54
3-Year Avg Dividend
$6.51
3-Year Avg Yield
0.89%
Last 5Y Dividend
$24.70
All Time Dividend
$33.46
Date Range
Aug 2013 - Aug 2025
Nexstar Media Yearly Dividend History Chart
Nexstar Media Dividend History From 2013 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | $5.58 | $1.86 | 3.26% |
| 2024 | 4 | $6.76 | $1.69 | 4.04% |
| 2023 | 4 | $5.40 | $1.35 | 3.24% |
| 2022 | 4 | $3.60 | $0.90 | 2.00% |
| 2021 | 4 | $2.80 | $0.70 | 1.89% |
| 2020 | 4 | $2.24 | $0.56 | 2.40% |
| 2019 | 4 | $1.80 | $0.45 | 1.80% |
| 2018 | 4 | $1.52 | $0.38 | 2.07% |
| 2017 | 4 | $1.20 | $0.30 | 1.87% |
| 2016 | 4 | $0.96 | $0.24 | 2.07% |
| 2015 | 4 | $0.76 | $0.19 | 1.39% |
| 2014 | 4 | $0.60 | $0.15 | 1.40% |
| 2013 | 2 | $0.24 | $0.12 | 0.64% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | $1.86 | 0.99% | $188.58 |
| May 19, 2025 | $1.86 | 1.08% | $171.51 |
| Feb 12, 2025 | $1.86 | 1.21% | $153.34 |
| Nov 15, 2024 | $1.69 | 1.00% | $169.75 |
| Aug 9, 2024 | $1.69 | 1.03% | $164.09 |
| May 9, 2024 | $1.69 | 0.98% | $172.30 |
| Feb 8, 2024 | $1.69 | 1.04% | $162.72 |
| Nov 9, 2023 | $1.35 | 0.92% | $146.34 |
| Aug 9, 2023 | $1.35 | 0.82% | $164.75 |
| May 11, 2023 | $1.35 | 0.84% | $159.79 |
| Feb 9, 2023 | $1.35 | 0.69% | $195.75 |
| Nov 10, 2022 | $0.90 | 0.53% | $168.23 |
| Aug 10, 2022 | $0.90 | 0.45% | $201.81 |
| May 12, 2022 | $0.90 | 0.52% | $172.12 |
| Feb 10, 2022 | $0.90 | 0.50% | $178.90 |
| Nov 10, 2021 | $0.70 | 0.42% | $168.17 |
| Aug 12, 2021 | $0.70 | 0.48% | $145.72 |
| May 13, 2021 | $0.70 | 0.46% | $150.90 |
| Feb 11, 2021 | $0.70 | 0.54% | $129.05 |
| Nov 5, 2020 | $0.56 | 0.65% | $86.44 |
| Aug 6, 2020 | $0.56 | 0.64% | $88.14 |
| May 14, 2020 | $0.56 | 0.77% | $72.88 |
| Feb 13, 2020 | $0.56 | 0.44% | $126.02 |
| Nov 7, 2019 | $0.45 | 0.42% | $105.95 |
| Aug 8, 2019 | $0.45 | 0.46% | $97.52 |
| May 9, 2019 | $0.45 | 0.40% | $111.65 |
| Feb 7, 2019 | $0.45 | 0.54% | $83.99 |
| Nov 15, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.47% | $78.99 |
| Aug 9, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.49% | $76.40 |
| May 10, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.58% | $65.10 |
| Feb 15, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.51% | $73.25 |
| Nov 16, 2017 | $0.30 | 0.45% | $65.95 |
| Aug 9, 2017 | $0.30 | 0.47% | $64.15 |
| May 10, 2017 | $0.30 | 0.51% | $59.10 |
| Feb 8, 2017 | $0.30 | 0.44% | $67.55 |
| Nov 2, 2016 | $0.24 | 0.51% | $47.35 |
| Aug 10, 2016 | $0.24 | 0.45% | $52.86 |
| May 11, 2016 | $0.24 | 0.49% | $49.32 |
| Feb 10, 2016 | $0.24 | 0.67% | $35.98 |
| Nov 4, 2015 | $0.19 | 0.33% | $56.73 |
| Aug 12, 2015 | $0.19 | 0.36% | $52.87 |
| May 13, 2015 | $0.19 | 0.35% | $54.72 |
| Feb 11, 2015 | $0.19 | 0.35% | $53.62 |
| Nov 5, 2014 | $0.15 | 0.34% | $43.75 |
| Aug 13, 2014 | $0.15 | 0.34% | $43.99 |
| May 14, 2014 | $0.15 | 0.36% | $42.11 |
| Feb 12, 2014 | $0.15 | 0.36% | $42.01 |
| Nov 13, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.26% | $45.48 |
| Aug 14, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.41% | $29.46 |
Nexstar Media Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gray Television
GTN | $0.24 | 5.80% | 1.28% | $0.29 | Mar 14, 2025 |
Gray Television
GTN.A | $0.24 | 2.82% | 0.91% | $0.29 | Mar 14, 2025 |
Nexstar Media
NXST | $8.96 | 4.75% | 0.89% | $6.51 | Aug 15, 2025 |
Sinclair
SBGI | $1.00 | 7.65% | 1.72% | $1.00 | May 30, 2025 |
Tegna
TGNA | $0.36 | 2.19% | 0.69% | $0.40 | Mar 7, 2025 |
Only companies with available dividend data are shown. Click on peer company names to view their detailed dividend history.
Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Nexstar Media been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Nexstar Media has been paying dividends for 12 years, from 2013 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of $33.46 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Nexstar Media's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Nexstar Media's most recent dividend payment was $1.86 per share, with an ex-dividend date of August 15, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Nexstar Media's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Nexstar Media's highest annual dividend was paid in 2024, when the company distributed $6.76 per share across 4 payments throughout the year. This represented the peak of the company's dividend generosity and reflects strong financial performance during that period.
- How do Nexstar Media's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Comparing Nexstar Media's dividend payments, the company paid $5.40 per share in 2023 versus $6.76 per share in 2024, representing an increase of $1.36. This year-over-year comparison helps investors understand the trajectory of the company's dividend policy.
- How much would a $10,000.00 investment in Nexstar Media have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Nexstar Media has paid a total of $32.05 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately $1,547.86 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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