As the U.S. stock market navigates a mixed landscape with rising unemployment and fluctuating indices, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. In such uncertain times, reliable dividend payers can offer consistent income streams, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance risk and reward in their portfolios.
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Provident Financial Services (PFS) | 4.59% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) | 5.18% | ★★★★★★ |
| OTC Markets Group (OTCM) | 4.85% | ★★★★★★ |
| Host Hotels & Resorts (HST) | 5.12% | ★★★★★☆ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) | 5.29% | ★★★★★★ |
| Farmers National Banc (FMNB) | 4.71% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ennis (EBF) | 5.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (DDS) | 4.82% | ★★★★★★ |
| Columbia Banking System (COLB) | 4.97% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (CZNC) | 5.13% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 111 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Donegal Group Inc. is an insurance holding company that offers commercial and personal lines of property and casualty coverages, with a market cap of $730.37 million.
Operations: Donegal Group Inc.'s revenue is derived from its investments ($53.12 million), personal lines of property and casualty coverages ($379.20 million), and commercial lines of property and casualty coverages ($551.73 million).
Dividend Yield: 3.5%
Donegal Group's dividend yield of 3.52% is lower than the top quartile of US dividend payers but remains attractive due to its stability and growth over the past decade. The dividends are well-covered, with a payout ratio of 29.5% and cash payout ratio of 30.2%, indicating sustainability. Despite recent earnings growth, future declines are forecasted. Recent financials show steady net income improvement, though revenue slightly decreased year-over-year for Q3 2025 at US$245.92 million.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Spok Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiary Spok, Inc., offers healthcare communication solutions across various regions including the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East with a market cap of $274.99 million.
Operations: Spok Holdings, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its Clinical Communication and Collaboration Business, amounting to $139.74 million.
Dividend Yield: 9.3%
Spok Holdings offers a high dividend yield of 9.31%, placing it in the top 25% of US dividend payers, yet its sustainability is questionable due to coverage issues with earnings and cash flows. Despite stable and growing dividends over the past decade, a high payout ratio of 154.2% raises concerns. Recent financials show slight declines in Q3 revenue and net income year-over-year, though annual figures indicate some growth in earnings per share from continuing operations.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: First Commonwealth Financial Corporation is a financial holding company offering a range of consumer and commercial banking products and services in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $1.77 billion.
Operations: First Commonwealth Financial Corporation generates revenue primarily through its banking segment, which accounted for $468.73 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.1%
First Commonwealth Financial maintains a stable dividend history with a 3.07% yield, supported by a low payout ratio of 38.4%, ensuring coverage by earnings. Recent financials show increased net interest income and net income for Q3 2025, enhancing its dividend reliability. The company announced a $25 million share repurchase program, signaling confidence in its financial health despite recent charge-offs. However, the yield remains below top-tier US dividend payers' averages.
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