Operating Margin: 23.51%
Is the operating margin high or low?
The operating margin of 23.51% is 57% above its 5-year average of 14.96%, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.40%–24.68%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 25.66% above its 12-month average of 18.71%.
AVA Operating Margin
Reported quarterly operating margin; no daily interpolation.
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AVA Current vs Average Operating Margin Chart
AVA Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
23.51%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
18.71%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
16.32%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
14.96%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
16.30%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
15.87%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
15.00%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+25.66%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+44.03%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+57.11%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+44.20%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+48.16%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+56.74%
AVA Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Corporation (AVA) | $3.38B | 23.51% | 18.71% | 16.32% | 14.96% |
| Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC)vs › | $3.58B | -1.90% | -0.53% | -7.45% | -8.84% |
| NuScale Power Corporation (SMR)vs › | $3.00B | -3812.57% | -1282.53% | -1430.40% | -6380.93% |
| Black Hills Corporation (BKH)vs › | $5.66B | 23.30% | 23.46% | 21.26% | 21.88% |
| UGI Corporation (UGI)vs › | $7.55B | 13.26% | 12.93% | 6.55% | 12.12% |
| Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN-A)vs › | $8.31B | 13.13% | 13.31% | 42.54% | 36.45% |
| The AES Corporation (AES)vs › | $10.45B | 16.47% | 16.31% | 17.25% | 19.67% |
| Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (BEP)vs › | $10.68B | 11.33% | 15.88% | 20.68% | 27.41% |
| Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW)vs › | $12.89B | 27.54% | 20.34% | 18.79% | 19.72% |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $18.92B | 33.09% | 4.04% | 5.38% | -8.09% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
56.1%
Operating Margin
23.5%
Operating Margin Formula & Definition
Operating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after operating expenses, reflecting operating efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The operating margin for AVA stock is 23.51%.
- Is Avista Corporation's operating margin high or low?
- The operating margin of 23.51% is 57% above its 5-year average of 14.96%, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.40%–24.68%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The TTM average operating margin for AVA stock is 18.71%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for AVA stock is 16.32%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for AVA stock is 14.96%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for AVA stock is 16.30%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for AVA stock is 15.87%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for Avista Corporation (AVA)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for AVA stock is 15.00%.
AVA Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 23.51% |
| 2025-12-31 | 21.01% |
| 2025-09-30 | 14.89% |
| 2025-06-30 | 13.87% |
| 2025-03-31 | 20.26% |
| 2024-12-31 | 19.12% |
| 2024-09-30 | 12.39% |
| 2024-06-30 | 13.68% |
| 2024-03-31 | 16.58% |
| 2023-12-31 | 19.17% |
| 2023-09-30 | 10.03% |
| 2023-06-30 | 11.53% |
| 2023-03-31 | 16.14% |
| 2022-12-31 | 12.46% |
| 2022-09-30 | 5.40% |
| 2022-06-30 | 6.41% |
| 2022-03-31 | 17.96% |
| 2021-12-31 | 16.30% |
| 2021-09-30 | 8.18% |
| 2021-06-30 | 10.65% |
| 2021-03-31 | 24.68% |
| 2020-12-31 | 22.89% |
| 2020-09-30 | 10.45% |
| 2020-06-30 | 12.54% |
| 2020-03-31 | 21.06% |
| 2019-12-31 | 20.11% |
| 2019-09-30 | 10.66% |
| 2019-06-30 | 13.22% |
| 2019-03-31 | 16.92% |
| 2018-12-31 | 20.74% |
| 2018-09-30 | 12.31% |
| 2018-06-30 | 16.69% |
| 2018-03-31 | 23.01% |
| 2017-12-31 | 20.61% |
| 2017-09-30 | 10.45% |
| 2017-06-30 | 17.84% |
| 2017-03-31 | 26.44% |
| 2016-12-31 | 20.52% |
| 2016-09-30 | 13.05% |
| 2016-06-30 | 19.32% |
| 2016-03-31 | 25.37% |
| 2015-12-31 | 18.17% |
| 2015-09-30 | 11.45% |
| 2015-06-30 | 17.00% |
| 2015-03-31 | 20.06% |
| 2014-12-31 | 16.21% |
| 2014-09-30 | 10.86% |
| 2014-06-30 | 20.07% |
| 2014-03-31 | 18.97% |
| 2013-12-31 | 14.81% |
| 2013-09-30 | 10.50% |
| 2013-06-30 | 16.40% |
| 2013-03-31 | 17.61% |
| 2012-12-31 | 10.00% |
| 2012-09-30 | 8.81% |
| 2012-06-30 | 14.06% |
| 2012-03-31 | 17.41% |
| 2011-12-31 | 13.76% |
| 2011-09-30 | 10.15% |
| 2011-06-30 | 15.40% |
| 2011-03-31 | 17.80% |
| 2010-12-31 | 16.79% |
| 2010-09-30 | 10.28% |
| 2010-06-30 | 17.12% |
| 2010-03-31 | 14.86% |
| 2009-12-31 | 13.14% |
| 2009-09-30 | 7.55% |
| 2009-06-30 | 18.91% |
| 2009-03-31 | 13.51% |
| 2008-12-31 | 9.84% |
| 2008-09-30 | 6.62% |
| 2008-06-30 | 16.13% |
| 2008-03-31 | 11.90% |
| 2007-12-31 | 11.25% |
| 2007-09-30 | 4.44% |
| 2007-06-30 | 13.23% |
| 2007-03-31 | 8.48% |
| 2006-12-31 | 12.24% |
| 2006-09-30 | 11.64% |
| 2006-06-30 | 14.82% |
| 2006-03-31 | 14.21% |
| 2005-12-31 | 12.15% |
| 2005-09-30 | 1.81% |
| 2005-06-30 | 18.04% |
| 2005-03-31 | 10.53% |
| 2004-12-31 | 16.49% |
| 2004-09-30 | 1.88% |
| 2004-06-30 | 16.20% |
| 2004-03-31 | 12.57% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.06% |
| 2003-09-30 | 12.53% |
| 2003-06-30 | 20.18% |
| 2003-03-31 | 17.00% |
| 2002-12-31 | 15.20% |
| 2002-09-30 | 10.61% |
| 2002-06-30 | 5.17% |
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