AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) Operating Margin: 29.15%
Is AvalonBay Communities, Inc.’s operating margin high or low?
AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s operating margin of 29.15% is in line with its 5-year average of 30.23%, around the middle of its 5-year range (26.70%–32.02%).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 5.20% below its 12-month average of 30.75%.
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AVB Operating Margin Metrics
OPERATING MARGIN
29.15%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG TTM
30.75%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 3Y
30.95%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 5Y
30.23%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 10Y
33.29%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 15Y
33.03%
OPERATING MARGIN AVG 20Y
33.13%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.20%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-5.82%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-3.57%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-12.45%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-11.74%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-12.01%
AVB Competitors' Operating Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | OPERATING MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB) | $26.17B | 29.15% | 30.75% | 30.95% | 30.23% |
| VICI Properties Inc. (VICI)vs › | $30.14B | 98.67% | 91.57% | 84.63% | 84.79% |
| SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC)vs › | $20.77B | 47.63% | 51.13% | 42.86% | 39.29% |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)vs › | $18.08B | 38.38% | 41.75% | 38.88% | 37.53% |
| Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM)vs › | $17.10B | 36.08% | 33.02% | 33.65% | 32.85% |
| Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vs › | $14.48B | 47.19% | 50.73% | 58.00% | 60.23% |
| Crown Castle Inc. (CCI)vs › | $38.73B | 48.01% | 2.01% | 18.16% | 22.69% |
| UDR, Inc. (UDR)vs › | $12.64B | 27.36% | 17.92% | 22.85% | 22.04% |
| Ventas, Inc. (VTR)vs › | $40.58B | 13.38% | 14.00% | 12.24% | 12.59% |
| Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vs › | $10.77B | 41.58% | 37.61% | 40.03% | 39.38% |
Operating Efficiency
Gross Margin
67.9%
Operating Margin
29.1%
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. 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
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Operating Margin FAQ
- What is the operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The operating margin for AVB stock is 29.15%.
- Is AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s operating margin high or low?
- AvalonBay Communities, Inc.'s operating margin of 29.15% is in line with its 5-year average of 30.23%, around the middle of its 5-year range (26.70%–32.02%).
- What is the TTM average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The TTM average operating margin for AVB stock is 30.75%.
- What is the 3Y average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 3Y average operating margin for AVB stock is 30.95%.
- What is the 5Y average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 5Y average operating margin for AVB stock is 30.23%.
- What is the 10Y average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 10Y average operating margin for AVB stock is 33.29%.
- What is the 15Y average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 15Y average operating margin for AVB stock is 33.03%.
- What is the 20Y average operating margin for AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)?
- The 20Y average operating margin for AVB stock is 33.13%.
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. Operating Margin History
| DATE | OPERATING MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 30.07% |
| 2024-12-31 | 31.43% |
| 2023-12-31 | 32.02% |
| 2022-12-31 | 30.28% |
| 2021-12-31 | 26.70% |
| 2020-12-31 | 30.87% |
| 2019-12-31 | 36.00% |
| 2018-12-31 | 36.17% |
| 2017-12-31 | 36.99% |
| 2016-12-31 | 38.37% |
| 2015-12-31 | 37.34% |
| 2014-12-31 | 36.30% |
| 2013-12-31 | 24.07% |
| 2012-12-31 | 36.57% |
| 2011-12-31 | 34.24% |
| 2010-12-31 | 31.00% |
| 2009-12-31 | 32.41% |
| 2008-12-31 | 32.76% |
| 2007-12-31 | 34.90% |
| 2006-12-31 | 34.97% |
| 2005-12-31 | 32.21% |
| 2004-12-31 | 33.57% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.17% |
| 2002-12-31 | 165.21% |
| 2001-12-31 | 43.06% |
| 2000-12-31 | 43.28% |
| 1999-12-31 | 41.19% |
| 1998-12-31 | 40.06% |
| 1997-12-31 | 153.69% |
| 1996-12-31 | 24.77% |
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