Kforce Inc. (KFRC) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.78
Is Kforce Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Kforce Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.78 is 22% below its 5-year average of 2.28, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.78–3.13).
As of Friday, June 12, 2026. 5.82% below its 12-month average of 1.89.
KFRC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
KFRC Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
KFRC Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
KFRC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.78
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.89
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
2.06
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
2.28
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
2.49
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
2.35
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
2.26
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-5.82%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-13.80%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-22.10%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-28.54%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-24.38%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.19%
KFRC Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kforce Inc. (KFRC) | $889.82M | 1.78 | 1.89 | 2.06 | 2.28 |
| T1 Energy Inc (TE) | $1.47B | 1.18 | 0.96 | 4.38 | 6.93 |
| Enerpac Tool Group Corp. (EPAC) | $1.86B | 2.17 | 2.24 | 2.02 | 2.13 |
| Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN) | $2.63B | 1.90 | 1.69 | 1.92 | 1.93 |
| Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM) | $5.13B | 1.23 | 1.25 | 1.34 | 1.40 |
| Matson, Inc. (MATX) | $6.02B | 0.89 | 0.99 | 1.09 | 1.02 |
| AGCO Corporation (AGCO) | $8.04B | 0.67 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.67 |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT) | $9.96B | 1.00 | 1.03 | 0.94 | 0.89 |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) | $10.58B | 1.90 | 1.75 | 1.66 | 1.82 |
| Planet Labs PBC (PL) | $11.38B | 1.64 | 1.88 | 2.59 | 2.62 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.78
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.78
Includes inventory
Kforce Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Kforce Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 1.78.
- Is Kforce Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Kforce Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.78 is 22% below its 5-year average of 2.28, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.78–3.13).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 1.89.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 2.06.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 2.28.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 2.49.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 2.35.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Kforce Inc. (KFRC)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for KFRC stock is 2.26.
Kforce Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.78 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.00 |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.37 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.11 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.32 |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.13 |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.89 |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.75 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.93 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.68 |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.44 |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.38 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.25 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.74 |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.24 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.65 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.73 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.71 |
| 2007-12-31 | 2.11 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.75 |
| 2005-12-31 | 2.47 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.28 |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.14 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.88 |
| 2001-12-31 | 2.01 |
| 2000-12-31 | 2.08 |
| 1999-12-31 | 2.34 |
| 1998-12-31 | 2.95 |
| 1997-12-31 | 6.33 |
| 1996-12-31 | 11.84 |
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About Kforce Inc.
Kforce Inc. is a professional staffing and solutions firm operating across the United States. The company is structured into two main divisions: Technology, and Finance and Accounting (FA). The Technology segment provides specialized talent for information technology needs, including expertise in areas such as system architecture and development, data management and analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, project and program oversight, and network security. This division serves a diverse client base across financial and business services, communications, insurance, retail, and the technology industry itself. The Finance and Accounting segment delivers skilled professionals for various financial functions. These roles encompass financial planning and analysis, business intelligence, general accounting, transactional processing, cost analysis, and taxation and treasury services. Additionally, this segment supplies personnel for entry-level positions like loan servicing, customer and call center support, data entry, and other administrative support functions. Its clientele spans industries including financial and business services, healthcare, and manufacturing. Founded in 1962, Kforce Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Staffing & Employment Services
- CEO
- Joseph J. Liberatore