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American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) EV/Sales Ratio: 7.72x

Is American Water Works Company, Inc.’s EV/Sales ratio high or low?

American Water Works Company, Inc.'s EV/Sales ratio of 7.72x is 17% below its 5-year average of 9.35x, near the low end of its 5-year range (7.53x–11.66x).

As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 6.25% below its 12-month average of 8.23x.

AWK EV/Sales Ratio Chart

AWK EV/Sales Ratio
7.72x-11.37% 1Y
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AWK Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

AWK Current vs Average EV/Sales Ratio Chart

AWK EV/Sales Ratio Metrics

EV/SALES RATIO

7.72x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG TTM

8.23x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 3Y

8.70x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 5Y

9.35x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 10Y

8.60x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 15Y

7.32x

EV/SALES RATIO AVG 20Y

6.70x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-6.25%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-11.30%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-17.45%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-10.26%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+5.40%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+15.20%

AWK Competitors' EV/Sales Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/SALES RATIOTTM3Y5Y
American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)$24.67B7.72x8.23x8.70x9.35x
CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs ›$22.73B4.64x4.79x4.57x4.38x
FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs ›$27.20B3.56x3.61x3.57x3.69x
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs ›$28.06B5.56x5.33x4.66x4.36x
Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs ›$28.37B7.79x7.78x6.83x6.44x
Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs ›$18.88B6.94x6.76x6.14x6.04x
Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs ›$16.47B4.87x8.62x6.10x6.10x
WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC)vs ›$36.95B5.90x6.00x5.55x5.45x
Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED)vs ›$39.71B3.85x3.86x3.82x3.88x
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PEG)vs ›$39.72B4.40x5.48x5.37x5.33x

Understanding EV/Sales

Enterprise Value (EV) = Market Cap + Total Debt - Cash

Sales = Total Revenue (TTM)

EV/Sales is commonly used because:

  • It works for unprofitable companies where P/E doesn't apply
  • Revenue is harder to manipulate than earnings
  • It supports comparisons across companies at different profitability stages
  • It is frequently used for software and other revenue-growth-focused companies

Note: EV/Sales does not include margin, debt maturity, cash conversion, or growth durability by itself.

American Water Works Company, Inc. EV/Sales Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/Sales = Enterprise Value / Revenue (TTM)

Enterprise value to sales compares total company value to revenue, useful across capital structures and for unprofitable companies.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

American Water Works Company, Inc. EV/Sales Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 7.72x.
Is American Water Works Company, Inc.'s EV/Sales ratio high or low?
American Water Works Company, Inc.'s EV/Sales ratio of 7.72x is 17% below its 5-year average of 9.35x, near the low end of its 5-year range (7.53x–11.66x).
What is the TTM average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The TTM average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 8.23x.
What is the 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 3Y average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 8.70x.
What is the 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 5Y average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 9.35x.
What is the 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 10Y average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 8.60x.
What is the 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 15Y average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 7.32x.
What is the 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 20Y average EV/Sales ratio for AWK stock is 6.70x.

American Water Works Company, Inc. EV/Sales Ratio History

DATEEV/SALES RATIO
2026-06-127.72x
2026-06-117.65x
2026-06-107.73x
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2026-04-307.80x
2026-04-297.93x
2026-04-288.11x
2026-04-278.08x
2026-04-248.10x
2026-04-238.19x
2026-04-228.05x
2026-04-218.08x
2026-04-208.13x
2026-04-178.07x
2026-04-168.03x
2026-04-158.02x
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2026-04-138.17x
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2026-04-098.36x
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About American Water Works Company, Inc.

American Water Works Company, Inc. operates across the United States, delivering essential water and wastewater solutions via its various subsidiary companies. Its operations extend to around 1,700 communities situated across 14 states, catering to an active customer base of roughly 3.4 million. The firm caters to a broad spectrum of clients. These include individual households, commercial enterprises (such as food and beverage suppliers, property developers, and energy companies), and both public and private fire service customers. Industrial clients, like large-scale manufacturers, mining, and production facilities, also utilize its services. Furthermore, American Water Works supports public authorities, encompassing government facilities, schools, and universities, alongside other utility providers and community water and wastewater infrastructure. Beyond these, the company extends its water and wastewater provisions to numerous military installations. It also enters into agreements with municipal bodies, predominantly for the management and operation of their water and wastewater facilities, in addition to offering a range of supplementary services. The company's infrastructure is substantial, comprising approximately 80 surface water treatment plants, 480 groundwater treatment plants, and 160 wastewater treatment plants. Its vast network also includes 52,500 miles of mains for transmission, distribution, and collection, alongside 1,100 groundwater wells, 1,700 pumping stations for water and wastewater, 1,300 treated water storage facilities, and 76 dams. Overall, the company delivers drinking water, wastewater management, and ancillary services to roughly 14 million individuals across 24 states. Established in 1886, American Water Works Company, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Camden, New Jersey.

Camden, NJ
6,700 employees
Utilities / Regulated Water
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Regulated Water
CEO
John C. Griffith