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WPC Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with WPC's current 5.25% yield and -3.0% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 5.25%

Annual Dividend: $3.70 per share

Share Price: $70.51

Payout Ratio: 124.7%

WPC DRIP Calculator

Model WPC dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): -3.0% per year

What If You Invested $1,000 in WPC 10 Years Ago?

A $1,000 investment in WPC on 2016-06-30 would be worth $2,004 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a total return of 100.4%.

Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus cash dividends) would be $1,694.1 (69.4% return). Reinvesting dividends added $309.9 in extra value.

Starting share price: $67.96 — Current share price: $70.51

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WPC's current dividend yield?

WPC (W. P. Carey Inc.) currently has a dividend yield of 5.25%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $525 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much WPC do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from WPC at its current yield of 5.25%, you would need approximately $228,571 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does WPC pay monthly dividends?

No, WPC pays dividends quarterly (4 times per year). You can build monthly income by combining it with other stocks that pay in different months.

Is WPC's dividend safe?

WPC's payout ratio is 124.7%, which is elevated. Monitor earnings closely, as high payout ratios can indicate less flexibility for dividend growth or sustainability during downturns.

What is WPC's dividend growth rate?

WPC's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately -3.0% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

What would $1,000 invested in WPC 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in WPC on 2016-06-30 would be worth approximately $2,004 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a 100.4% total return. Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus accumulated cash dividends) would be $1,694.1 — meaning DRIP added $309.9 in extra value.

See full dividend history and analysis on the WPC dividend page.