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Centene Corporation (CNC) Gross Margin: 14.93%

Is Centene Corporation’s gross margin high or low?

Centene Corporation's gross margin of 14.93% is 27% above its 5-year average of 11.71%, near the high end of its 5-year range (10.32%–14.93%).

As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 32.36% above its 12-month average of 11.28%.

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CNC Gross Margin
12.24%+18.60% 1Y
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CNC Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart

CNC Gross Margin Metrics

GROSS MARGIN

14.93%

GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM

11.28%

GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y

11.33%

GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y

11.71%

GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y

12.17%

GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y

12.23%

GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y

13.49%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+32.36%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+31.77%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+27.46%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+22.70%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+22.03%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+10.65%

CNC Competitors' Gross Margin

NAMEMARKET CAPGROSS MARGINTTM3Y5Y
Centene Corporation (CNC)$30.31B14.93%11.28%11.33%11.71%
IQVIA Holdings Inc. (IQV)vs ›$29.90B26.11%30.59%32.75%33.07%
Medline Inc. (MDLN)vs ›$31.36B24.04%25.55%23.71%23.71%
Biogen Inc. (BIIB)vs ›$28.88B69.77%73.30%74.61%77.63%
DexCom, Inc. (DXCM)vs ›$28.23B61.84%60.23%62.09%63.91%
Zoetis Inc. (ZTS)vs ›$33.26B70.75%69.79%68.91%68.46%
Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV)vs ›$26.16B74.95%75.03%73.28%73.00%
Agilent Technologies, Inc. (A)vs ›$36.58B53.00%53.36%52.95%53.14%
Waters Corporation (WAT)vs ›$23.70B55.02%58.60%58.69%58.45%
United Therapeutics Corporation (UTHR)vs ›$23.27B86.58%88.58%89.63%90.66%

Gross Margin Analysis

Gross Margin

14.9%

(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue

Centene Corporation Gross Margin Formula & Definition

Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue

Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Centene Corporation Gross Margin FAQ

What is the gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The gross margin for CNC stock is 14.93%.
Is Centene Corporation's gross margin high or low?
Centene Corporation's gross margin of 14.93% is 27% above its 5-year average of 11.71%, near the high end of its 5-year range (10.32%–14.93%).
What is the TTM average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The TTM average gross margin for CNC stock is 11.28%.
What is the 3Y average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 3Y average gross margin for CNC stock is 11.33%.
What is the 5Y average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 5Y average gross margin for CNC stock is 11.71%.
What is the 10Y average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 10Y average gross margin for CNC stock is 12.17%.
What is the 15Y average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 15Y average gross margin for CNC stock is 12.23%.
What is the 20Y average gross margin for Centene Corporation (CNC)?
The 20Y average gross margin for CNC stock is 13.49%.

Centene Corporation Gross Margin History

DATEGROSS MARGIN
2025-12-3112.24%
2024-12-3110.32%
2023-12-3111.24%
2022-12-3111.52%
2021-12-3111.27%
2020-12-3113.69%
2019-12-3111.85%
2018-12-3114.01%
2017-12-3111.99%
2016-12-3113.65%
2015-12-3112.07%
2014-12-3111.50%
2013-12-3111.12%
2012-12-3110.02%
2011-12-3115.00%
2010-12-3114.27%
2009-12-3121.41%
2008-12-3119.83%
2007-12-3118.66%
2006-12-3117.48%
2005-12-3118.14%
2004-12-3119.22%
2003-12-3117.57%
2002-12-3117.70%
2001-12-3117.28%
2000-12-31100.00%
1999-12-31100.00%
1998-12-310.00%

About Centene Corporation

Centene Corporation functions as a diverse, multinational healthcare organization, primarily dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of programs and services to underinsured and uninsured individuals throughout the United States. Its Managed Care division provides extensive health plan coverage for people enrolled in various government-sponsored initiatives. These initiatives include Medicaid, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), long-term services and support, foster care, and specialized Medicare-Medicaid plans that cater to individuals dually eligible for both programs, as well as aged, blind, or disabled populations. The broad spectrum of benefits within these health plans encompasses primary and specialty physician care, inpatient and outpatient hospital services, emergency and urgent care, prenatal support, laboratory and X-ray diagnostics, and home-based primary care. Complementary services feature transportation assistance, vision and dental care, telehealth access, immunizations, specialty pharmacy, therapy, social work, nurse advisory support, and care coordination. Additionally, members are covered for prescriptions, limited over-the-counter medications, medical equipment, and essential behavioral health and substance abuse services. This segment also extends its offerings to commercial healthcare products for individuals and employer groups of various sizes. Centene's Specialty Services segment delivers a distinct set of solutions, including pharmacy benefits management (PBM), 24/7 nurse advice lines and after-hours support, vision and dental services, and staffing provisions for correctional systems and other government agencies. This division also serves beneficiaries eligible for the Military Health System. Its clientele for these specialized services spans state programs, correctional institutions, healthcare organizations, employer groups, and other commercial entities. The company delivers its healthcare services through an expansive network comprising primary and specialty care physicians, hospitals, and various ancillary providers. Established in 1984, Centene Corporation is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.

Saint Louis, MO
60,400 employees
Healthcare / Medical - Healthcare Plans
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical - Healthcare Plans
CEO
Sarah London