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ESSA Bancorp, Inc. operates as a bank holding company for ESSA Bank & Trust that provides a range of financial services to individuals, families, and businesses in Pennsylvania. The company accepts savings accounts, interest bearing demand accounts, checking accounts, money market accounts, club accounts, certificates of deposit and IRAs, and other qualified plan accounts, as well as commercial checking accounts. Its loan portfolio includes first mortgage loans for the purchase, construction, or refinancing of one- to four-family residential real estate property; commercial real estate loans; home equity loans and lines of credit; and commercial and other consumer loans, as well as loans secured by deposits and personal unsecured loans. In addition, the company offers insurance benefits consulting services, such as health insurance, life insurance, short term and long term disability, dental, vision, 401(K) retirement planning, and individual health products, as well as asset management and trust, and investment services. As of September 30, 2021, it operated 21 community offices, including seven offices in Monroe County, three offices in Lehigh County, five offices in Northampton County, one office in Lackawanna County, one office in Luzerne County, one office in Chester County, two offices in Delaware County, and one office in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The company was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.

ESSA Bancorp Dividend Announcement

ESSA Bancorp announced a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-30. Ex dividend date: 2024-12-16
ESSA Bancorp annual dividend for 2024 was $0.60
ESSA Bancorp annual dividend for 2023 was $0.60
ESSA Bancorp's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 2.93%
ESSA Bancorp's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 34.69%
ESSA Bancorp's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 10.15% year
ESSA Bancorp's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 11.61% year

ESSA Bancorp Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-12-16$0.15quarterly2024-12-30
2024-09-16$0.15quarterly2024-09-30
2024-06-14$0.15quarterly2024-06-28
2024-03-14$0.15quarterly2024-03-29
2023-12-14$0.15quarterly2023-12-29
2023-09-14$0.15quarterly2023-09-29
2023-06-15$0.15quarterly2023-06-30
2023-03-15$0.15quarterly2023-03-31
2022-12-15$0.15quarterly2022-12-30
2022-09-15$0.15quarterly2022-09-30
2022-06-15$0.15quarterly2022-06-30
2022-03-15$0.12quarterly2022-03-31
2021-12-15$0.12quarterly2021-12-30
2021-09-15$0.12quarterly2021-09-30
2021-06-15$0.12quarterly2021-06-30
2021-03-15$0.12quarterly2021-03-31
2020-12-15$0.11quarterly2020-12-30
2020-09-15$0.11quarterly2020-09-30
2020-06-15$0.11quarterly2020-06-30
2020-03-13$0.11quarterly2020-03-31
2019-12-13$0.11quarterly2019-12-30
2019-09-13$0.10quarterly2019-09-30
2019-06-13$0.10quarterly2019-06-28
2019-03-14$0.10quarterly2019-03-29
2018-12-13$0.10quarterly2018-12-28
2018-09-13$0.09quarterly2018-09-30
2018-06-14$0.09quarterly2018-06-30
2018-03-15$0.09quarterly2018-03-30
2017-12-14$0.09quarterly2017-12-30
2017-09-14$0.09quarterly2017-09-30
2017-06-14$0.09quarterly2017-06-30
2017-03-14$0.09quarterly2017-03-30
2016-12-14$0.09quarterly2016-12-30
2016-09-14$0.09quarterly2016-09-30
2016-06-14$0.09quarterly2016-06-30
2016-03-14$0.09quarterly2016-03-30
2015-12-14$0.09quarterly2015-12-30
2015-09-14$0.09quarterly2015-09-30
2015-06-12$0.09quarterly2015-06-30
2015-03-12$0.09quarterly2015-03-30
2014-12-12$0.07quarterly2014-12-30
2014-09-12$0.07quarterly2014-09-30
2014-06-12$0.07quarterly2014-06-30
2014-03-12$0.07quarterly2014-03-30
2013-12-12$0.05quarterly2013-12-30
2013-09-12$0.05quarterly2013-09-30
2013-06-12$0.05quarterly2013-06-30
2013-03-13$0.05quarterly2013-03-30

ESSA Bancorp Dividend per year

ESSA Bancorp Dividend growth

ESSA Bancorp Dividend Yield

ESSA Bancorp current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 2.93%. Interested in purchasing ESSA Bancorp stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

ESSA Bancorp Financial Ratios

P/E ratio11.47
PEG ratio-3.36
P/B ratio0.85
ROE7.55%
Payout ratio34.69%
Current ratio0.18
Quick ratio0.18
Cash Ratio0.00

ESSA Bancorp Dividend FAQ

How much is the next ESSA Bancorp dividend?
ESSA Bancorp's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next ESSA Bancorp dividend. The next ESSA Bancorp dividend will be released in March, June, September, or December.
When is ESSA Bancorp dividend paid?
ESSA Bancorp pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around March, June, September, and December. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does ESSA Bancorp pay?
The specific amount of ESSA Bancorp dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find ESSA Bancorp's dividend history.
Does ESSA Bancorp stock pay dividends?
Yes, ESSA Bancorp does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find ESSA Bancorp's dividend history.
How much dividend does ESSA Bancorp pay?
ESSA Bancorp paid $0.6 in 2024, $0.6 in 2023, $0.57 in 2022, $0.48 in 2021, and $0.44 in 2020.
How often does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends?
ESSA Bancorp typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 4 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around March, June, September, and December.
What is ESSA Bancorp's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for ESSA Bancorp is 2.93%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate ESSA Bancorp's exact dividend yield.
When does ESSA Bancorp go ex dividend?
ESSA Bancorp's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-12-16. ESSA Bancorp typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next ESSA Bancorp dividend paid?
ESSA Bancorp pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around March, June, September, or December, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will ESSA Bancorp increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether ESSA Bancorp will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is ESSA Bancorp dividend per share?
ESSA Bancorp paid $0.6 per share in 2024 and $0.6 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that ESSA Bancorp pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is ESSA Bancorp a dividend aristocrat?
No, the term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is ESSA Bancorp a dividend king?
No, a "Dividend King" is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is ESSA Bancorp a dividend stock?
Yes, ESSA Bancorp is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is ESSA Bancorp a good dividend stock?
Whether ESSA Bancorp is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. ESSA Bancorp has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating ESSA Bancorp as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends monthly?
ESSA Bancorp typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends quarterly?
ESSA Bancorp currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has ESSA Bancorp ever paid a dividend?
Yes, ESSA Bancorp has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. ESSA Bancorp is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy ESSA Bancorp dividend stocks?
To buy ESSA Bancorp you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy ESSA Bancorp stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends 2024?
ESSA Bancorp pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-12-30. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will ESSA Bancorp increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding ESSA Bancorp dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date ESSA Bancorp dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How ESSA Bancorp dividend works?
The ESSA Bancorp dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how ESSA Bancorp's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: ESSA Bancorp's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.

2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, ESSA Bancorp publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.

3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, ESSA Bancorp distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.

5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from ESSA Bancorp are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
How are ESSA Bancorp dividends paid?
ESSA Bancorp dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: ESSA Bancorp sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.

2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, ESSA Bancorp distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: ESSA Bancorp declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
How many times does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends?
ESSA Bancorp typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does ESSA Bancorp pay dividends?
The general pattern is that ESSA Bancorp pays dividends around March, June, September, and December. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is ESSA Bancorp dividend safe?
The safety of ESSA Bancorp's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of ESSA Bancorp's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.

It is recommended to review ESSA Bancorp's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.