York Water extends 209-year dividend streak with 4% increase

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The York Water Company announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, representing a 4% increase. The dividend will be paid on January 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025.

This marks York Water’s 620th consecutive dividend and its 29th consecutive year of dividend increases. The company, described as the oldest publicly traded company in the nation, states it has never missed a dividend in over 209 years, which is believed to be the longest record of consecutive dividends in America.

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York Water lifts its dividend 4%, extending a 209-year payment streak.

The York Water Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, a 4% increase. The payment is scheduled for January 15, 2026 to shareholders of record on December 31, 2025, reinforcing its income profile for shareholders.

The company highlights that this is its 620th consecutive dividend and the 29th straight year of dividend increases, and notes a history of more than 209 years without missing a dividend, which it believes to be the longest such record in America. Leadership links the decision to ongoing capital investment in water and wastewater infrastructure and to maintaining service quality and affordability.

For investors who prioritize stable and rising cash distributions, the continued dividend growth and multi-century payment record underscore management’s stated focus on shareholder value, though the filing does not provide additional financial metrics around coverage or payout ratios.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: November 25, 2025

(Date of earliest event reported)

THE YORK WATER COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Pennsylvania	001-34245		23-1242500
(State or other jurisdiction	(Commission		(I.R.S. Employer
of incorporation)	File Number)		Identification No.)
130 East Market Street, York, Pennsylvania		17401-1219
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code (717) 845-3601

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(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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THE YORK WATER COMPANY

Item 8.01 Other Events.

THE YORK WATER COMPANY DECLARES 620^TH CONSECUTIVE DIVIDEND

York, Pennsylvania, November 25, 2025: The York Water Company's (NASDAQ: YORW) President and CEO, JT Hand, announced today that the Board of Directors at their November 24^th meeting declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, a 4% increase. The dividend is payable January 15, 2026, to shareholders as of record date December 31, 2025.

This is the 620^th consecutive dividend to be paid by The York Water Company. JT Hand, President and CEO, stated, “Now in our 29^th consecutive year of dividend increases, this decision reflects the Board’s confidence in our long-term strategy and our continued financial strength. The capital investments made in the Company’s infrastructure over the past 12 months continue to define York Water’s commitment to our customers and inalienable responsibility to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater services to our expanding customer base. York Water’s attention to quality and affordability have been our hallmarks for over 200 years, while ensuring a superior value proposition for our shareholders.” York Water, which is the oldest publicly traded company in the nation, has never missed a dividend in over 209 years. This is believed to be the longest record of consecutive dividends in America.

THE YORK WATER COMPANY

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	THE YORK WATER COMPANY
	/s/ Matthew E. Poff
Date: November 25, 2025	Matthew E. Poff
	Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What dividend did The York Water Company (YORW) declare in this 8-K?

The York Water Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2280 per share, which represents a 4% increase from its prior quarterly dividend.

When will YORWs new dividend be paid and what is the record date?

The dividend will be paid on January 15, 2026 to shareholders who are on record as of December 31, 2025.

How long has The York Water Company been paying consecutive dividends?

This dividend is York Waters 620th consecutive dividend, and the company states it has never missed a dividend in over 209 years.

How many years in a row has YORW increased its dividend?

The company states it is now in its 29th consecutive year of dividend increases, reflecting an extended period of annual dividend growth.

What does York Water say this dividend decision reflects about the company?

Management states that the dividend increase reflects the Boards confidence in York Waters long-term strategy and its continued financial strength, supported by capital investments in its water and wastewater infrastructure.

Why is York Waters dividend record considered notable?

York Water describes itself as the oldest publicly traded company in the nation and believes its more than 209-year record of consecutive dividends is the longest in America.