Universal Health ServicesUHS -0.30%85 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.04 as of Mar. 2026, which is 20% below its 10-year median of 0.05. GuruFocus rates UHS with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $228.22 (Significantly Undervalued). Among 247 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Universal Health Services ranks better than 97.98% on this metric.
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.04.
The historical rank and industry rank for Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
UHS'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.02 Med: 0.05 Max: 0.08
Current: 0.04
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Universal Health Services was 0.08. The lowest was 0.02. And the median was 0.05.
UHS's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 97.98% of 247
companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 0.41
vs UHS: 0.04
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Universal Health Services was 0.91%. The lowest was 0.12%. And the median was 0.39%.
During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 21.90% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.50% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Universal Health Services was 58.70% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was 8.90% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.
Universal Health Services (NYSE:UHS) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation
In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.
Universal Health Services Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Universal Health Services Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Universal Health Services Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
UHS vs ENSG, EHC, PACS: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Universal Health Services Dividend Payout Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Universal Health Services Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.
Universal Health Services's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Universal Health Services (UHS) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.04 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. This is 20% below median its historical median of 0.05. Over the past decade, Universal Health Services' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.02 to 0.08. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #5 out of 247 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 2%.
Is Universal Health Services' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Universal Health Services' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.04 is 20% below median its 10-year median of 0.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.02 to a high of 0.08. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Universal Health Services' value of 0.04 is 90.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #5 out of 247 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Universal Health Services has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Health Services' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to ENSG and EHC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Universal Health Services ranks #5 out of 247 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Universal Health Services in the top 2% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Universal Health Services' value of 0.04 is 90.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Universal Health Services' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.02 to 0.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.05 vs. the industry median of 0.41, Universal Health Services has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for a Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 0.41, based on 247 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Universal Health Services's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.04 is 90.2% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Universal Health Services and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Health Services's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.04, which is 20% below median its own 10-year median of 0.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Universal Health Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Services (UHS) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $228.22, compared to a current price of $145.41 — trading 36.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.04, which is 20% below median its 10-year median of 0.05 and 90.2% below the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 0.41. Universal Health Services' overall GF Score™ is 85/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Universal Health Services (UHS), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.04 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Universal Health Services (UHS) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Health Services stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $145.41 is trading 36.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $228.22.
GuruFocus considers Universal Health Services to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for UHS:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.04 (20% below median its 10-year median of 0.05)
GF Value™: $228.22 vs. price of $145.41 (36.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 90.2% below the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#5 of 247)
No single metric tells the full story. See the UHS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Universal Health Services Inc offers healthcare services through its behavioral health centers, acute care hospitals, and related outpatient facilities. As of late 2025, the company operated 346 inpatient behavioral health centers, 29 acute care hospitals, and many supportive outpatient facilities. Its operations are concentrated in the U.S, particularly in Nevada (21% of 2025 operating profits), Texas (19%), and California (13%), although it does have some exposure to the UK behavioral health market (6% of 2025 sales) too. While its acute care services account for over 55% of revenue, the behavioral health centers sport higher margins and account for over 55% of pretax profits.
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