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As investors navigate the mixed signals from recent tariff developments and earnings reports, the U.S. stock market reflects a cautious optimism with varied performances across major indices. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance risk while capitalizing on yield opportunities.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB) | 5.27% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 4.98% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (NYSE:DDS) | 5.64% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.33% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.66% | ★★★★★★ |
| Regions Financial (NYSE:RF) | 5.93% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK) | 5.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| Virtus Investment Partners (NYSE:VRTS) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
| Chevron (NYSE:CVX) | 4.58% | ★★★★★★ |
| Premier Financial (NasdaqGS:PFC) | 4.56% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 140 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
First Bancorp
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The First Bancorp, Inc. is the holding company for First National Bank, offering a variety of banking products and services to individuals and businesses, with a market cap of $288.26 million.
Operations: The First Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its banking operations, amounting to $79.74 million.
Dividend Yield: 5.7%
First Bancorp offers a compelling dividend profile with stable and growing dividends over the past decade. Its current dividend yield of 5.67% ranks in the top 25% of US payers, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 58.4%. Despite recent earnings showing slight declines—net income at US$27.05 million from US$29.52 million—the company declared a consistent quarterly cash dividend of US$0.36 per share, reinforcing its reliability for income investors.
TrustCo Bank Corp NY
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: TrustCo Bank Corp NY, with a market cap of $611.68 million, operates as the holding company for Trustco Bank, offering personal and business banking services to individuals and businesses.
Operations: TrustCo Bank Corp NY generates revenue primarily through its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $169.77 million.
Dividend Yield: 4.5%
TrustCo Bank Corp NY maintains a solid dividend profile with stable and growing dividends over the past decade, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 56.1%. Its current yield of 4.52% places it in the top 25% of US dividend payers. Recent events include a quarterly cash dividend declaration of $0.36 per share, payable on January 2, 2025, and reduced net charge offs to $102,000 for Q4 compared to $248,000 the previous year.