Equity Residential (EQR) Interest Coverage Ratio: 4.75x
The interest coverage ratio for Equity Residential (EQR) is 4.75x as of Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
EQR Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
4.75x
EQR Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity Residential (EQR) | $24.81B | 4.75x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)vs › | $25.85B | 3.53x | 3.79x | 3.82x | 3.56x |
| VICI Properties Inc. (VICI)vs › | $28.66B | 4.46x | 4.38x | 3.96x | 3.75x |
| SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC)vs › | $19.73B | 2.93x | 2.93x | 2.93x | 2.93x |
| Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR)vs › | $30.81B | 2.34x | 2.28x | 3.00x | 3.63x |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)vs › | $18.10B | 3.24x | 3.12x | 2.91x | 2.74x |
| Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM)vs › | $17.07B | 1.85x | 1.95x | 2.23x | 2.13x |
| Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST)vs › | $16.83B | 3.54x | 3.81x | 4.25x | 4.25x |
| Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)vs › | $15.58B | 3.34x | 3.62x | 3.98x | 3.57x |
| Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vs › | $14.40B | 2.72x | 3.92x | 4.81x | 4.84x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
4.8x
Debt/Equity
0.80
Current Ratio
0.05
Formula: Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
Reference ranges:
- < 1.5x: EBIT is less than 1.5 times interest expense
- 1.5x - 3x: EBIT is between 1.5 and 3 times interest expense
- 3x - 5x: EBIT is between 3 and 5 times interest expense
- > 5x: EBIT is more than 5 times interest expense
Note: Interest coverage should be compared with historical interest expense, operating income, and industry capital structure.
Equity Residential Interest Coverage Ratio Formula & Definition
Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
The interest coverage ratio measures operating earnings relative to interest expense.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Equity Residential Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Equity Residential (EQR)?
- The interest coverage ratio for EQR stock is 4.75x.
About Equity Residential
Equity Residential is committed to cultivating vibrant living environments where residents can flourish. This S&P 500 firm specializes in the acquisition, development, and ongoing management of rental properties, strategically located within or near thriving metropolitan areas that attract desirable, long-term tenants. The company's substantial portfolio includes ownership or investment in 305 properties, comprising a total of 78,568 apartment units, situated in key markets such as Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver.
- Sector
- Real Estate
- Industry
- REIT - Residential
- CEO
- Mark J. Parrell