PE Ratio: 23.82

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 23.82 is in line with its 5-year average of 25.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (17.62–44.97).

As of 2026-09-12T00:15:12.953Z. 2.10% above its 12-month average of 23.33.

PE Ratio (23.82) = Close Price ($137.69) / Diluted TTM EPS ($5.78)

AWK PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 23.8, P/E is near its 16-year median — higher than 43% of readings in its 16-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The P/E ratio for AWK stock is 23.82.

Is American Water Works Company, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 23.82 is in line with its 5-year average of 25.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (17.62–44.97).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for AWK stock is 23.33.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for AWK stock is 25.39.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for AWK stock is 25.30.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for AWK stock is 30.82.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for AWK stock is 27.83.

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