AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.80
Is AvalonBay Communities, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.80 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.73, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.69–0.80).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 7.38% above its 12-month average of 0.74.
AVB Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AVB Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AVB Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AVB Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.80
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.74
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.73
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.73
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.71
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.74
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.83
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.38%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+9.22%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+8.84%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+12.68%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+8.20%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-3.72%
AVB Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) | $26.53B | 0.80 | 0.74 | 0.73 | 0.73 |
| VICI Properties Inc. (VICI) | $30.71B | 0.64 | 0.66 | 0.67 | 0.64 |
| SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC) | $21.72B | -3.16 | 12.33 | 11.19 | 8.52 |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS) | $18.23B | 1.25 | 1.23 | 1.17 | 1.13 |
| Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM) | $17.47B | 0.83 | 0.82 | 0.80 | 0.83 |
| Regency Centers Corporation (REG) | $14.70B | 0.86 | 0.80 | 0.75 | 0.74 |
| Crown Castle Inc. (CCI) | $40.22B | -18.08 | 4.13 | 3.56 | 2.99 |
| Ventas, Inc. (VTR) | $41.13B | 1.06 | 1.17 | 1.25 | 1.22 |
| Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT) | $10.87B | 1.55 | 1.50 | 1.52 | 1.58 |
| Agree Realty Corporation (ADC) | $9.11B | 0.53 | 0.52 | 0.48 | 0.50 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.80
Current Ratio
0.25
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.80.
- Is AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.80 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.73, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.69–0.80).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.74.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.73.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.73.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.71.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.74.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for AVB stock is 0.83.
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.80 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.69 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.69 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.66 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.69 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.66 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.72 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.82 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.21 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.31 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.25 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.09 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.02 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.01 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.67 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.64 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.61 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.66 |
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About AvalonBay Communities, Inc.
At the close of 2020, AvalonBay Communities held a direct or indirect ownership stake in a substantial portfolio encompassing 291 apartment communities. These properties collectively contained 86,025 residential units across 11 states and the District of Columbia. Among these, 18 communities were actively under development, and one was undergoing redevelopment. As an equity REIT, AvalonBay's primary activities involve the development, redevelopment, acquisition, and management of apartment communities. The company strategically targets prominent metropolitan areas such as New England, the New York/New Jersey metro region, the Mid-Atlantic states, the Pacific Northwest, and both Northern and Southern California. Furthermore, AvalonBay is expanding its presence into key growth markets, specifically Southeast Florida and Denver, Colorado.
- Sector
- Real Estate
- Industry
- REIT - Residential
- CEO
- Benjamin W. Schall