As the U.S. markets grapple with pressures from AI stocks and looming economic data, investors are increasingly seeking stability amid volatility. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream, making them an appealing choice for those looking to balance growth potential with consistent returns.
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Provident Financial Services (PFS) | 4.56% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) | 5.20% | ★★★★★★ |
| OTC Markets Group (OTCM) | 4.80% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) | 5.27% | ★★★★★★ |
| Farmers National Banc (FMNB) | 4.73% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ennis (EBF) | 5.45% | ★★★★★★ |
| Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) | 3.49% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Dillard's (DDS) | 4.60% | ★★★★★★ |
| Columbia Banking System (COLB) | 4.94% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (CZNC) | 5.09% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 110 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Citizens & Northern Corporation is a bank holding company for Citizens & Northern Bank, offering a range of banking and related services to individual and corporate clients, with a market cap of $391.46 million.
Operations: Citizens & Northern Corporation generates its revenue primarily from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $109.63 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.1%
Citizens & Northern offers a stable dividend yield of 5.09%, placing it in the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers. Recent affirmations include a quarterly cash dividend of $0.28 per share, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 63.9%. Earnings showed modest growth, with net interest income rising to US$22.26 million for Q3 2025, and net income at US$6.55 million, suggesting continued support for its reliable and growing dividends over the past decade despite minor shareholder dilution recently.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: CompX International Inc. manufactures and sells security products and recreational marine components primarily in North America, with a market cap of $300.19 million.
Operations: CompX International Inc.'s revenue is derived from two main segments: $121.76 million from Security Products and $37.25 million from Marine Components.
Dividend Yield: 9%
CompX International's dividend yield of 9.03% ranks it among the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers, with a stable and reliable history over the past decade. The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share, though its high cash payout ratio of 183.3% raises sustainability concerns as dividends aren't covered by free cash flows despite earnings coverage at a 76.5% payout ratio. Earnings have shown modest growth, supporting continued payouts for now.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The Progressive Corporation operates as an insurance company in the United States and has a market cap of approximately $137.72 billion.
Operations: Progressive's revenue is primarily derived from its Personal Lines including Property segment at $69.76 billion and Commercial Lines at $11.14 billion, with a Segment Adjustment of $4.23 billion.
Dividend Yield: 5.9%
Progressive's recent annual dividend declaration of US$13.50 per share, alongside a quarterly dividend of US$0.10, reflects its strong capital position and commitment to shareholder returns. Despite a history of volatile and unreliable dividends, the company's payout ratios remain sustainable, with earnings coverage at 26.8% and cash flow coverage at 47.8%. Progressive's partnerships expand its insurance offerings, contributing to revenue growth from US$55 billion to US$64.93 billion year-over-year, supporting future dividend stability despite past volatility concerns.
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