AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Gross Margin: 21.82%
Is AeroVironment, Inc.’s gross margin high or low?
AeroVironment, Inc.'s gross margin of 21.82% is 42% below its 5-year average of 37.68%, near the low end of its 5-year range (21.82%–41.68%).
As of Friday, June 19, 2026. 44.74% below its 12-month average of 39.48%.
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AVAV Average Gross Margin Chart
AVAV Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
AVAV Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
21.82%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
39.48%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
35.69%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
37.68%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
39.49%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
39.97%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
39.80%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-44.74%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-38.86%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-42.10%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-44.75%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-45.42%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-45.17%
AVAV Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) | $8.47B | 21.82% | 39.48% | 35.69% | 37.68% |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs › | $8.54B | 68.25% | 67.69% | 68.06% | 68.15% |
| AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs › | $8.23B | 24.91% | 24.57% | 24.61% | 23.79% |
| Aecom (ACM)vs › | $8.84B | 7.73% | 7.13% | 6.83% | 6.44% |
| Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs › | $9.10B | 55.51% | 56.61% | 53.39% | 45.52% |
| MYR Group Inc. (MYRG)vs › | $7.18B | 11.94% | 10.04% | 10.38% | 11.13% |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)vs › | $10.83B | 30.10% | 28.18% | 23.35% | 21.26% |
| Matson, Inc. (MATX)vs › | $5.79B | 22.42% | 23.89% | 25.80% | 26.36% |
| Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM)vs › | $5.50B | 10.38% | 10.89% | 10.60% | 10.82% |
| Pentair plc (PNR)vs › | $12.01B | 40.94% | 39.82% | 37.44% | 36.64% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
21.8%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
AeroVironment, Inc. Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
AeroVironment, Inc. Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The gross margin for AVAV stock is 21.82%.
- Is AeroVironment, Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- AeroVironment, Inc.'s gross margin of 21.82% is 42% below its 5-year average of 37.68%, near the low end of its 5-year range (21.82%–41.68%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The TTM average gross margin for AVAV stock is 39.48%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for AVAV stock is 35.69%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for AVAV stock is 37.68%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for AVAV stock is 39.49%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for AVAV stock is 39.97%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for AVAV stock is 39.80%.
AeroVironment, Inc. Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | 39.35% |
| 2024-04-30 | 39.62% |
| 2023-04-30 | 32.10% |
| 2022-04-30 | 31.69% |
| 2021-04-30 | 41.67% |
| 2020-04-30 | 41.68% |
| 2019-04-30 | 40.86% |
| 2018-04-30 | 40.12% |
| 2017-04-30 | 41.80% |
| 2016-04-30 | 45.30% |
| 2015-04-30 | 40.20% |
| 2014-04-30 | 37.19% |
| 2013-04-30 | 38.53% |
| 2012-04-30 | 39.79% |
| 2011-04-30 | 40.05% |
| 2010-04-30 | 38.81% |
| 2009-04-30 | 35.77% |
| 2008-04-30 | 36.41% |
| 2007-04-30 | 39.42% |
| 2006-04-30 | 40.73% |
| 2005-04-30 | 44.32% |
| 2004-04-30 | 100.00% |
| 2003-04-30 | 100.00% |
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About AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment Inc. develops, produces, delivers, and services a diverse array of robotic systems for governmental and commercial entities across the globe. The company's operations are segmented into Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Tactical Missile Systems (TMS), Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUAS), and High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite Systems (HAPS). Its core clientele, particularly for UAS, TMS, and unmanned ground vehicles along with their accompanying support, includes agencies within the U.S. Department of Defense and international allied governments. AeroVironment also specializes in the engineering and manufacturing of unmanned aerial vehicles, encompassing airborne platforms, integrated payloads, ground control units, and essential support equipment. Beyond these core systems, the firm provides comprehensive support for small UAS products, offering spare components, modular payloads, power supplies (batteries, chargers), repair services, and dedicated customer assistance, alongside various aircraft, handheld control systems, and accessories. A key innovation area for the company involves the development of high-altitude pseudo-satellite UAS. Founded in 1971, AeroVironment's headquarters are located in Arlington, Virginia.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Wahid Nawabi