# Equity Residential (EQR): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Real Estate · Industry: REIT - Residential
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Equity Residential is committed to cultivating vibrant living environments where residents can flourish. This S&P 500 firm specializes in the acquisition, development, and ongoing management of rental properties, strategically located within or near thriving metropolitan areas that attract desirable, long-term tenants. The company's substantial portfolio includes ownership or investment in 305 properties, comprising a total of 78,568 apartment units, situated in key markets such as Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver.

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-08-17:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $63.66 USD |
| Market Cap | $23.87B |
| P/E (TTM) | 27.32 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.33 |
| 52-Week Range | $57.57 – $71.50 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 4.40% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 4.40% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $2.80 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $2.81 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 9 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 1.4% / 2.0% / 3.1% / -14.8% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 122.4% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 90.7% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 123.2% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 91.4% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-05 | $0.7025 | 2026-10-16 |
| 2026-06-29 | $0.7025 | 2026-07-10 |
| 2026-03-30 | $0.7025 | 2026-04-10 |
| 2026-01-02 | $0.6925 | 2026-01-16 |
| 2025-09-25 | $0.6925 | 2025-10-10 |
| 2025-06-24 | $0.6925 | 2025-07-11 |
| 2025-03-31 | $0.6925 | 2025-04-17 |
| 2025-01-02 | $0.6750 | 2025-01-17 |
| 2024-09-24 | $0.6750 | 2024-10-11 |
| 2024-07-01 | $0.6750 | 2024-07-12 |
| 2024-03-22 | $0.6750 | 2024-04-12 |
| 2023-12-29 | $0.6625 | 2024-01-12 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Equity Residential do?

Equity Residential (EQR) operates in the REIT - Residential industry within the Real Estate sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is EQR's market cap?

Equity Residential (EQR) has a market capitalization of approximately $23.87 billion, as of August 17, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does EQR pay a dividend?

Yes, Equity Residential (EQR) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 4.40%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does EQR pay dividends?

Equity Residential pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $2.81 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is EQR's payout ratio?

Equity Residential's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### How are EQR's dividends taxed?

Equity Residential (EQR) is a real estate investment trust (REIT). REIT distributions are typically a mix of ordinary income, capital gains, and return of capital, and are reported on Form 1099-DIV. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/eqr/peers

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