# Welltower Inc. (WELL): Dividend & Fundamentals

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

Welltower Inc. (NYSE:WELL), an S&P 500 company based in Toledo, Ohio, is a leader in reshaping healthcare infrastructure. This Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) strategically collaborates with premier operators in seniors housing, post-acute care, and health systems. Their core mission is to finance the vital property assets required to expand innovative care delivery models, thereby enhancing overall public wellness and healthcare experiences. Welltower's portfolio encompasses a variety of properties, including seniors housing, post-acute communities, and outpatient medical facilities, a...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-22:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $237.40 USD |
| Market Cap | $171.06B |
| P/E (TTM) | 108.90 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.18 |
| 52-Week Range | $174.90 – $255.20 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 1.29% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 1.29% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $3.07 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $3.40 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 3 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 14.9% / 11.7% / 6.9% / -0.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 156.6% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 78.4% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 179.9% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 90.0% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | $0.8500 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026-05-13 | $0.7400 | 2026-05-21 |
| 2026-02-25 | $0.7400 | 2026-03-10 |
| 2025-11-10 | $0.7400 | 2025-11-20 |
| 2025-08-12 | $0.7400 | 2025-08-21 |
| 2025-05-14 | $0.6700 | 2025-05-22 |
| 2025-02-25 | $0.6700 | 2025-03-06 |
| 2024-11-13 | $0.6700 | 2024-11-21 |
| 2024-08-12 | $0.6700 | 2024-08-21 |
| 2024-05-10 | $0.6100 | 2024-05-22 |
| 2024-02-22 | $0.6100 | 2024-03-07 |
| 2023-11-13 | $0.6100 | 2023-11-22 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Welltower Inc. do?

Welltower Inc. (WELL) operates in the REIT - Healthcare Facilities industry within the Real Estate sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is WELL's market cap?

Welltower Inc. (WELL) has a market capitalization of approximately $171.06 billion, as of October 22, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does WELL pay a dividend?

Yes, Welltower Inc. (WELL) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 1.29%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does WELL pay dividends?

Welltower Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $3.40 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 WELL's payout ratio?

Welltower Inc.'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 WELL's dividends taxed?

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

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