American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Gross Margin: 43.55%
Is American Water Works Company, Inc.’s gross margin high or low?
American Water Works Company, Inc.'s gross margin of 43.55% is 22% below its 5-year average of 55.50%, near the low end of its 5-year range (43.33%–60.33%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 15.98% below its 12-month average of 51.83%.
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AWK Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
43.55%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
51.83%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
55.28%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
55.50%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
56.02%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
56.22%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
55.09%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-15.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-21.23%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-21.53%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-22.25%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-22.53%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-20.95%
AWK Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) | $24.95B | 43.55% | 51.83% | 55.28% | 55.50% |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $26.25B | 39.87% | 30.63% | 36.49% | 40.66% |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $26.66B | 53.77% | 61.14% | 62.33% | 64.99% |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.87B | 64.61% | 51.80% | 43.52% | 41.87% |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.65B | 55.92% | 55.02% | 48.38% | 46.30% |
| PPL Corporation (PPL)vs › | $27.37B | 35.20% | 39.58% | 38.77% | 42.16% |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.31B | 51.43% | 55.14% | 50.37% | 50.93% |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.36B | 41.30% | 37.36% | 38.38% | 38.57% |
| Ameren Corporation (AEE)vs › | $30.58B | 39.38% | 38.75% | 41.44% | 43.64% |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $19.07B | 37.97% | 42.41% | 42.13% | 42.29% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
43.5%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
American Water Works Company, 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
American Water Works Company, Inc. Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The gross margin for AWK stock is 43.55%.
- Is American Water Works Company, Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- American Water Works Company, Inc.'s gross margin of 43.55% is 22% below its 5-year average of 55.50%, near the low end of its 5-year range (43.33%–60.33%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The TTM average gross margin for AWK stock is 51.83%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for AWK stock is 55.28%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for AWK stock is 55.50%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for AWK stock is 56.02%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for AWK stock is 56.22%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for AWK stock is 55.09%.
American Water Works Company, Inc. Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 43.33% |
| 2024-12-31 | 60.33% |
| 2023-12-31 | 59.38% |
| 2022-12-31 | 58.10% |
| 2021-12-31 | 54.78% |
| 2020-12-31 | 57.06% |
| 2019-12-31 | 57.23% |
| 2018-12-31 | 57.01% |
| 2017-12-31 | 58.95% |
| 2016-12-31 | 54.45% |
| 2015-12-31 | 55.56% |
| 2014-12-31 | 55.17% |
| 2013-12-31 | 54.76% |
| 2012-12-31 | 53.07% |
| 2011-12-31 | 51.17% |
| 2010-12-31 | 48.75% |
| 2009-12-31 | 45.74% |
| 2008-12-31 | 44.21% |
| 2007-12-31 | 100.00% |
| 2006-12-31 | 100.00% |
| 2005-12-31 | 100.00% |
| 2001-12-31 | 53.82% |
| 2000-12-31 | 56.12% |
| 1999-12-31 | 56.14% |
| 1998-12-31 | 57.05% |
| 1997-12-31 | 55.82% |
| 1996-12-31 | 53.25% |
| 1995-12-31 | 50.59% |
| 1994-12-31 | 50.01% |
| 1993-12-31 | 50.41% |
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About American Water Works Company, Inc.
American Water Works Company, Inc. operates across the United States, delivering essential water and wastewater solutions via its various subsidiary companies. Its operations extend to around 1,700 communities situated across 14 states, catering to an active customer base of roughly 3.4 million. The firm caters to a broad spectrum of clients. These include individual households, commercial enterprises (such as food and beverage suppliers, property developers, and energy companies), and both public and private fire service customers. Industrial clients, like large-scale manufacturers, mining, and production facilities, also utilize its services. Furthermore, American Water Works supports public authorities, encompassing government facilities, schools, and universities, alongside other utility providers and community water and wastewater infrastructure. Beyond these, the company extends its water and wastewater provisions to numerous military installations. It also enters into agreements with municipal bodies, predominantly for the management and operation of their water and wastewater facilities, in addition to offering a range of supplementary services. The company's infrastructure is substantial, comprising approximately 80 surface water treatment plants, 480 groundwater treatment plants, and 160 wastewater treatment plants. Its vast network also includes 52,500 miles of mains for transmission, distribution, and collection, alongside 1,100 groundwater wells, 1,700 pumping stations for water and wastewater, 1,300 treated water storage facilities, and 76 dams. Overall, the company delivers drinking water, wastewater management, and ancillary services to roughly 14 million individuals across 24 states. Established in 1886, American Water Works Company, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Camden, New Jersey.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Water
- CEO
- John C. Griffith