Cintas Corporation (CTAS) Gross Margin: 50.36%
Is Cintas Corporation’s gross margin high or low?
Cintas Corporation's gross margin of 50.36% is in line with its 5-year average of 47.45%, near the high end of its 5-year range (45.64%–50.36%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 1.87% above its 12-month average of 49.44%.
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CTAS Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
50.36%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
49.44%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
48.11%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
47.45%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
46.00%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
44.77%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
44.19%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+1.87%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.67%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+6.14%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+9.47%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+12.49%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+13.96%
CTAS Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cintas Corporation (CTAS) | $67.88B | 50.36% | 49.44% | 48.11% | 47.45% |
| Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX)vs › | $68.00B | 25.13% | 22.57% | 20.52% | 19.92% |
| Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC)vs › | $67.50B | 45.31% | 36.74% | 33.43% | 34.60% |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR)vs › | $63.41B | 15.11% | 18.08% | 19.00% | 18.78% |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB)vs › | $62.51B | 36.56% | 30.53% | 22.77% | 9.07% |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW)vs › | $77.30B | 44.12% | 43.88% | 42.30% | 41.61% |
| L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (LHX)vs › | $58.34B | 25.26% | 25.81% | 25.99% | 27.40% |
| Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)vs › | $54.04B | 26.19% | 24.85% | 24.62% | 13.34% |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME)vs › | $53.01B | 36.56% | 36.03% | 35.77% | 35.26% |
| Fastenal Company (FAST)vs › | $52.83B | 44.89% | 45.05% | 45.45% | 45.58% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
50.4%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Cintas Corporation 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
Cintas Corporation Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The gross margin for CTAS stock is 50.36%.
- Is Cintas Corporation's gross margin high or low?
- Cintas Corporation's gross margin of 50.36% is in line with its 5-year average of 47.45%, near the high end of its 5-year range (45.64%–50.36%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The TTM average gross margin for CTAS stock is 49.44%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for CTAS stock is 48.11%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for CTAS stock is 47.45%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for CTAS stock is 46.00%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for CTAS stock is 44.77%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Cintas Corporation (CTAS)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for CTAS stock is 44.19%.
Cintas Corporation Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-31 | 50.04% |
| 2024-05-31 | 48.83% |
| 2023-05-31 | 47.34% |
| 2022-05-31 | 46.24% |
| 2021-05-31 | 46.58% |
| 2020-05-31 | 45.64% |
| 2019-05-31 | 45.39% |
| 2018-05-31 | 44.91% |
| 2017-05-31 | 44.71% |
| 2016-05-31 | 43.42% |
| 2015-05-31 | 42.92% |
| 2014-05-31 | 42.06% |
| 2013-05-31 | 41.40% |
| 2012-05-31 | 42.38% |
| 2011-05-31 | 42.23% |
| 2010-05-31 | 42.22% |
| 2009-05-31 | 41.09% |
| 2008-05-31 | 42.70% |
| 2007-05-31 | 42.66% |
| 2006-05-31 | 42.74% |
| 2005-05-31 | 42.54% |
| 2004-05-31 | 42.16% |
| 2003-05-31 | 41.66% |
| 2002-05-31 | 42.16% |
| 2001-05-31 | 41.48% |
| 2000-05-31 | 46.22% |
| 1999-05-31 | 44.25% |
| 1998-05-31 | 45.51% |
| 1997-05-31 | 46.08% |
| 1996-05-31 | 46.08% |
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About Cintas Corporation
Cintas Corporation specializes in supplying professional uniforms and a range of essential business services primarily across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. The company's operations are divided into three main divisions: Uniform Rental and Facility Services, First Aid and Safety Services, and an 'All Other' segment. Within its Uniform Rental and Facility Services division, Cintas offers rental and maintenance for various workwear, including flame-resistant apparel, alongside floor mats, mops, and industrial towels. This segment also manages restroom sanitation solutions, providing both cleaning services and supplies, and directly sells new uniforms. Additionally, its First Aid and Safety Services segment delivers comprehensive first aid programs, safety solutions, and fire suppression products and services. Cintas reaches its diverse clientele, ranging from small service and manufacturing businesses to large corporate entities, through an extensive distribution network, dedicated local delivery routes, and direct representatives. Established in 1968, Cintas Corporation maintains its headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Specialty Business Services
- CEO
- Todd Schneider