Tax Rate: 22.16%
Is the tax rate high or low?
The tax rate of 22.16% is in line with its 5-year average of 21.19%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-3.57%–24.68%).
2.70% below its 12-month average of 22.77%.
DGX Tax Rate
Reported quarterly effective tax rate; periods with non-meaningful pretax income are omitted.
DGX Average Tax Rate Chart
DGX Current vs Average Tax Rate Chart
DGX Tax Rate Metrics
TAX RATE
22.16%
TAX RATE AVG TTM
22.77%
TAX RATE AVG 3Y
22.82%
TAX RATE AVG 5Y
22.75%
TAX RATE AVG 10Y
22.69%
TAX RATE AVG 15Y
28.03%
TAX RATE AVG 20Y
30.59%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-2.70%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2.93%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-2.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-2.34%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-20.96%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-27.56%
Tax Rate Formula & Definition
Tax rate measures income tax expense as a percentage of income before tax. It helps compare tax efficiency and identify unusual tax effects.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Tax Rate FAQ
- What is the tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The tax rate for DGX stock is 22.16%.
- Is Quest Diagnostics Incorporated's tax rate high or low?
- The tax rate of 22.16% is in line with its 5-year average of 21.19%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-3.57%–24.68%).
- What is the TTM average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The TTM average tax rate for DGX stock is 22.77%.
- What is the 3Y average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The 3Y average tax rate for DGX stock is 22.82%.
- What is the 5Y average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The 5Y average tax rate for DGX stock is 22.75%.
- What is the 10Y average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The 10Y average tax rate for DGX stock is 22.69%.
- What is the 15Y average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The 15Y average tax rate for DGX stock is 28.03%.
- What is the 20Y average tax rate for Quest Diagnostics Incorporated (DGX)?
- The 20Y average tax rate for DGX stock is 30.59%.
DGX Tax Rate History
| DATE | TAX RATE |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 22.16% |
| 2025-12-31 | 24.04% |
| 2025-09-30 | 22.92% |
| 2025-06-30 | 24.68% |
| 2025-03-31 | 20.07% |
| 2024-12-31 | 22.37% |
| 2024-09-30 | 21.52% |
| 2024-06-30 | 23.57% |
| 2024-03-31 | 24.09% |
| 2023-12-31 | 16.33% |
| 2023-09-30 | 22.30% |
| 2023-06-30 | 23.15% |
| 2023-03-31 | 23.05% |
| 2022-12-31 | -3.57% |
| 2022-09-30 | 22.69% |
| 2022-06-30 | 23.55% |
| 2022-03-31 | 22.77% |
| 2021-12-31 | 21.63% |
| 2021-09-30 | 22.50% |
| 2021-06-30 | 21.40% |
| 2021-03-31 | 23.79% |
| 2020-12-31 | 23.88% |
| 2020-09-30 | 23.05% |
| 2020-06-30 | 25.48% |
| 2020-03-31 | 19.70% |
| 2019-12-31 | 21.36% |
| 2019-09-30 | 22.96% |
| 2019-06-30 | 23.77% |
| 2019-03-31 | 23.47% |
| 2018-12-31 | 23.95% |
| 2018-09-30 | 18.05% |
| 2018-06-30 | 15.91% |
| 2018-03-31 | 22.71% |
| 2017-12-31 | -9.83% |
| 2017-09-30 | 35.66% |
| 2017-06-30 | 32.19% |
| 2017-03-31 | 31.71% |
| 2016-12-31 | 34.71% |
| 2016-09-30 | 32.87% |
| 2016-06-30 | 47.78% |
| 2016-03-31 | 39.53% |
| 2015-12-31 | 6.80% |
| 2015-09-30 | 40.37% |
| 2015-06-30 | 37.68% |
| 2015-03-31 | 37.50% |
| 2014-12-31 | 12.56% |
| 2014-09-30 | 37.10% |
| 2014-06-30 | 37.99% |
| 2014-03-31 | 36.93% |
| 2013-12-31 | 36.55% |
| 2013-09-30 | 37.40% |
| 2013-06-30 | 36.86% |
| 2013-03-31 | 37.28% |
| 2012-12-31 | 35.23% |
| 2012-09-30 | 37.58% |
| 2012-06-30 | 37.60% |
| 2012-03-31 | 37.61% |
| 2011-12-31 | 31.79% |
| 2011-09-30 | 35.70% |
| 2011-06-30 | 38.08% |
| 2011-03-31 | 37.91% |
| 2010-12-31 | 34.31% |
| 2010-09-30 | 33.09% |
| 2010-06-30 | 38.08% |
| 2010-03-31 | 38.11% |
| 2009-12-31 | 34.75% |
| 2009-09-30 | 38.37% |
| 2009-06-30 | 38.39% |
| 2009-03-31 | 38.32% |
| 2008-12-31 | 35.53% |
| 2008-09-30 | 38.66% |
| 2008-06-30 | 38.32% |
| 2008-03-31 | 39.50% |
| 2007-12-31 | 39.30% |
| 2007-09-30 | 39.32% |
| 2007-06-30 | 39.28% |
| 2007-03-31 | 39.30% |
| 2006-12-31 | 38.99% |
| 2006-09-30 | 38.69% |
| 2006-06-30 | 42.13% |
| 2006-03-31 | 40.00% |
| 2005-12-31 | 39.38% |
| 2005-09-30 | 40.17% |
| 2005-06-30 | 40.21% |
| 2005-03-31 | 40.20% |
| 2004-12-31 | 39.40% |
| 2004-09-30 | 40.50% |
| 2004-06-30 | 40.41% |
| 2004-03-31 | 40.60% |
| 2003-12-31 | 40.80% |
| 2003-09-30 | 40.80% |
| 2003-06-30 | 40.80% |
| 2003-03-31 | 40.83% |
| 2002-12-31 | 40.47% |
| 2002-09-30 | 40.73% |
| 2002-06-30 | 40.50% |
Related Metrics
About Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, is a premier provider of diagnostic testing, information, and related services, serving clients both domestically and internationally. Its core business involves the development and provision of diverse diagnostic information services, such as routine, advanced clinical, and anatomic pathology testing. While primarily operating under the Quest Diagnostics brand, it also leverages specialized identities like AmeriPath, Dermpath Diagnostics, ExamOne, and Quanum to reach a broad spectrum of clients. Its extensive client base includes patients, clinicians, hospitals, integrated delivery networks, health plans, employers, and other direct healthcare entities. Delivery of these services is facilitated through a robust network comprising laboratories, patient service centers, in-office phlebotomists, call centers, and mobile health professionals including paramedics and nurses. Additionally, the company provides risk assessment services for the life insurance industry and offers comprehensive information technology solutions to healthcare organizations and clinicians.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Diagnostics & Research
- CEO
- James E. Davis