Yield on Cost (YOC): 4.80%
The yield on cost (YOC) is 4.80%.
AVA Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
4.80%
Yield on Cost for AVA
AVA now pays $1.97 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:
| If you bought | Price then | Yield on cost today |
|---|---|---|
| 10 years ago(2016-06-23) | $42.19 | 4.67% |
| 5 years ago(2021-06-21) | $44.40 | 4.44% |
| 3 years ago(2023-06-22) | $39.44 | 4.99% |
| 1 year ago(2025-06-26) | $37.72 | 5.22% |
| Buying today(at $40.96) | $40.96 | 4.80% |
If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing
Projection: starting from today's 4.80% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical 3.9% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.
Today
4.80%
In 3 years
5.56%
In 5 years
6.13%
In 10 years
7.84%
Yield on Cost Calculator
Try your own purchase price, dividend and growth rate for Avista Corporation (AVA).
Starting Yield
4.81%
Ending YOC
8.51%
Year 15 Dividend
$3.49
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$40.61
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $1.97 | — | 4.81% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $2.05 | +3.88% | 5.00% | $2.05 |
| Year 2 | $2.13 | +3.88% | 5.19% | $4.17 |
| Year 3 | $2.21 | +3.88% | 5.39% | $6.38 |
| Year 4 | $2.29 | +3.88% | 5.60% | $8.67 |
| Year 5 | $2.38 | +3.88% | 5.82% | $11.06 |
| Year 6 | $2.48 | +3.88% | 6.04% | $13.53 |
| Year 7 | $2.57 | +3.88% | 6.28% | $16.10 |
| Year 8 | $2.67 | +3.88% | 6.52% | $18.78 |
| Year 9 | $2.77 | +3.88% | 6.77% | $21.55 |
| Year 10 | $2.88 | +3.88% | 7.04% | $24.43 |
| Year 11 | $2.99 | +3.88% | 7.31% | $27.43 |
| Year 12 | $3.11 | +3.88% | 7.59% | $30.54 |
| Year 13 | $3.23 | +3.88% | 7.89% | $33.77 |
| Year 14 | $3.36 | +3.88% | 8.20% | $37.13 |
| Year 15 | $3.49 | +3.88% | 8.51% | $40.61 |
Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for AVA stock is 4.80%.
About Avista Corporation
Avista Corporation operates as an energy utility, conducting business through its various subsidiaries. Its operations are divided into two primary segments: Avista Utilities and AEL&P. The Avista Utilities division is responsible for electric distribution and transmission, as well as natural gas distribution services, across parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho. It also delivers natural gas services to areas of northeastern and southwestern Oregon. Additionally, this segment generates electricity in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana, and engages in the wholesale buying and selling of electricity and natural gas. The AEL&P segment, conversely, supplies electrical services to approximately 17,400 customers located in the city and borough of Juneau, Alaska. The company generates its electricity from hydroelectric, thermal, and wind power sources. As of February 23, 2022, Avista was serving 406,000 electric customers and 372,000 natural gas customers. Beyond its core utility business, the company also makes investments in venture funds, real estate, and other diverse ventures. Avista Corporation was established in 1889 and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Diversified Utilities
- CEO
- Heather Lynn Rosentrater