In retirement, dividend-paying stocks can be more reliable and secure than growth stocks. This is because companies that regularly pay and increase their dividends usually have a proven history of success, sound financial standing, and a dedication to sharing their profits with shareholders.

Considering these factors, let's explore three dividend-paying stocks that can potentially provide attractive rewards for your retirement years.

Jacobs Solutions (NYSE: J), an engineering services company with a $17 billion market capitalization, pays a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share, representing an annual dividend yield of 0.8%. Since the company started paying a dividend in early 2017, the stock has generated a total return (stock appreciation plus dividends) of 139%, outperforming the benchmark S&P 500 by roughly 13 percentage points.

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