1 income stock I'd buy before dividend powerhouse York Water in 2026

The article compares York Water and American States Water as investment options. York Water, the oldest investor-owned water utility in the U.S., has a long history of consistent dividends. However, American States Water, with 71 years of consecutive dividend increases, is highlighted as a more compelling choice for passive income. Despite York Water's reliability, American States Water's consistent dividend growth and better total returns over the past 20 years make it a preferred investment for the author.