PE Ratio: 24.05

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 24.05 is 48% below its 5-year average of 46.08, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.04–190.77).

As of 2026-09-19T00:15:53.129Z. 23.44% above its 12-month average of 19.48.

PE Ratio (24.05) = Close Price ($226.28) / Diluted TTM EPS ($9.41)

PAYC PE Ratio Metrics

P/E vs. its own history

At 24.1, P/E is below its 12-year median — higher than 11% of readings in its 12-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?

The P/E ratio for PAYC stock is 24.05.

Is Paycom Software, Inc.'s P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 24.05 is 48% below its 5-year average of 46.08, near the low end of its 5-year range (14.04–190.77).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for PAYC stock is 19.48.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for PAYC stock is 25.10.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for PAYC stock is 46.08.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for PAYC stock is 71.95.

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