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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

NAMEMARKET CAPINTEREST COVERAGE RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Equity Residential (EQR)$24.81B4.75xN/AN/AN/A
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)vs ›$25.85B3.53x3.79x3.82x3.56x
VICI Properties Inc. (VICI)vs ›$28.66B4.46x4.38x3.96x3.75x
SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC)vs ›$19.73B2.93x2.93x2.93x2.93x
Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR)vs ›$30.81B2.34x2.28x3.00x3.63x
Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)vs ›$18.10B3.24x3.12x2.91x2.74x
Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM)vs ›$17.07B1.85x1.95x2.23x2.13x
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST)vs ›$16.83B3.54x3.81x4.25x4.25x
Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)vs ›$15.58B3.34x3.62x3.98x3.57x
Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vs ›$14.40B2.72x3.92x4.81x4.84x

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.

Chicago, IL
2,500 employees
Real Estate / REIT - Residential
Sector
Real Estate
Industry
REIT - Residential
CEO
Mark J. Parrell