Gross Margin: 19.13%
Is the gross margin high or low?
The gross margin of 19.13% is 14% below its 5-year average of 22.36%, near the low end of its 5-year range (18.71%–26.32%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 7.46% below its 12-month average of 20.67%.
PKG Gross Margin
Reported quarterly gross margin; no daily interpolation.
PKG Average Gross Margin Chart
PKG Current vs Average Gross Margin Chart
PKG Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
19.13%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
20.67%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
21.71%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
22.36%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
22.44%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
22.25%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
22.19%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-7.46%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-11.88%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-14.46%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-14.76%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-14.02%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-13.80%
PKG Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) | $21.48B | 19.13% | 20.67% | 21.71% | 22.36% |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $20.87B | 39.33% | 38.97% | 39.16% | 37.89% |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $20.66B | 27.83% | 28.84% | 26.63% | 26.48% |
| Rollins, Inc. (ROL)vs › | $20.61B | 51.78% | 51.06% | 51.44% | 51.55% |
| SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs › | $20.22B | 48.71% | 48.58% | 44.99% | 44.01% |
| Amcor plc (AMCR)vs › | $19.82B | 17.89% | 19.38% | 19.17% | 19.71% |
| Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)vs › | $24.03B | 69.43% | 69.43% | 33.20% | 30.70% |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $18.67B | -1.72% | -10.73% | -63.90% | -183.51% |
| NVR, Inc. (NVR)vs › | $18.43B | 22.82% | 24.25% | 25.46% | 24.61% |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $25.02B | 69.87% | 69.21% | 67.48% | 67.32% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
19.1%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
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
Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The gross margin for PKG stock is 19.13%.
- Is Packaging Corporation of America's gross margin high or low?
- The gross margin of 19.13% is 14% below its 5-year average of 22.36%, near the low end of its 5-year range (18.71%–26.32%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The TTM average gross margin for PKG stock is 20.67%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for PKG stock is 21.71%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for PKG stock is 22.36%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for PKG stock is 22.44%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for PKG stock is 22.25%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Packaging Corporation of America (PKG)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for PKG stock is 22.19%.
PKG Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 19.13% |
| 2025-12-31 | 18.93% |
| 2025-09-30 | 21.80% |
| 2025-06-30 | 22.24% |
| 2025-03-31 | 21.24% |
| 2024-12-31 | 21.89% |
| 2024-09-30 | 23.15% |
| 2024-06-30 | 21.09% |
| 2024-03-31 | 18.71% |
| 2023-12-31 | 21.16% |
| 2023-09-30 | 21.32% |
| 2023-06-30 | 22.78% |
| 2023-03-31 | 21.83% |
| 2022-12-31 | 21.92% |
| 2022-09-30 | 24.38% |
| 2022-06-30 | 26.32% |
| 2022-03-31 | 24.96% |
| 2021-12-31 | 24.96% |
| 2021-09-30 | 25.53% |
| 2021-06-30 | 23.87% |
| 2021-03-31 | 22.34% |
| 2020-12-31 | 19.44% |
| 2020-09-30 | 20.39% |
| 2020-06-30 | 21.53% |
| 2020-03-31 | 21.41% |
| 2019-12-31 | 22.28% |
| 2019-09-30 | 23.50% |
| 2019-06-30 | 24.31% |
| 2019-03-31 | 24.31% |
| 2018-12-31 | 24.36% |
| 2018-09-30 | 24.49% |
| 2018-06-30 | 23.80% |
| 2018-03-31 | 21.06% |
| 2017-12-31 | 22.07% |
| 2017-09-30 | 24.21% |
| 2017-06-30 | 23.00% |
| 2017-03-31 | 22.01% |
| 2016-12-31 | 22.15% |
| 2016-09-30 | 22.20% |
| 2016-06-30 | 22.58% |
| 2016-03-31 | 21.34% |
| 2015-12-31 | 20.50% |
| 2015-09-30 | 22.32% |
| 2015-06-30 | 21.85% |
| 2015-03-31 | 19.43% |
| 2014-12-31 | 20.71% |
| 2014-09-30 | 21.09% |
| 2014-06-30 | 21.17% |
| 2014-03-31 | 21.06% |
| 2013-12-31 | 20.47% |
| 2013-09-30 | 26.92% |
| 2013-06-30 | 24.40% |
| 2013-03-31 | 24.53% |
| 2012-12-31 | 23.62% |
| 2012-09-30 | 22.47% |
| 2012-06-30 | 22.19% |
| 2012-03-31 | 21.60% |
| 2011-12-31 | 20.50% |
| 2011-09-30 | 20.53% |
| 2011-06-30 | 20.57% |
| 2011-03-31 | 21.15% |
| 2010-12-31 | 23.50% |
| 2010-09-30 | 25.90% |
| 2010-06-30 | 21.39% |
| 2010-03-31 | 15.76% |
| 2009-12-31 | 16.45% |
| 2009-09-30 | 19.97% |
| 2009-06-30 | 21.57% |
| 2009-03-31 | 21.47% |
| 2008-12-31 | 20.91% |
| 2008-09-30 | 21.27% |
| 2008-06-30 | 20.64% |
| 2008-03-31 | 20.46% |
| 2007-12-31 | 22.81% |
| 2007-09-30 | 23.61% |
| 2007-06-30 | 23.92% |
| 2007-03-31 | 20.21% |
| 2006-12-31 | 22.33% |
| 2006-09-30 | 23.39% |
| 2006-06-30 | 20.30% |
| 2006-03-31 | 15.09% |
| 2005-12-31 | 12.08% |
| 2005-09-30 | 15.72% |
| 2005-06-30 | 18.47% |
| 2005-03-31 | 14.97% |
| 2004-12-31 | 17.24% |
| 2004-09-30 | 19.64% |
| 2004-06-30 | 15.13% |
| 2004-03-31 | 9.42% |
| 2003-12-31 | 15.64% |
| 2003-09-30 | 17.64% |
| 2003-06-30 | 18.08% |
| 2003-03-31 | 17.05% |
| 2002-12-31 | 19.57% |
| 2002-09-30 | 19.01% |
| 2002-06-30 | 18.71% |
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About Packaging Corporation of America
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a U.S.-based enterprise specializing in the production and sale of containerboard and corrugated packaging materials. Its operations are organized into two primary divisions: Packaging and Paper. The Packaging division offers an extensive array of containerboard and corrugated solutions. These encompass conventional shipping containers designed for safeguarding and transporting manufactured goods, vibrant multi-color boxes and point-of-sale displays aimed at enhancing product merchandising in retail environments, and honeycomb protective packaging. This segment also provides specialized packaging for perishable goods like meat and fresh produce, processed foods, beverages, and a broad spectrum of other industrial and consumer products. Its corrugated offerings reach customers through a multi-channel approach, utilizing a dedicated direct sales and marketing team, independent brokers, and various distribution partners. Meanwhile, the Paper segment focuses on manufacturing and distributing a range of commodity and specialty papers. This includes communication papers, such as standard cut-size office paper, along with specialized printing and converting papers. Sales of its white paper products are managed directly by its internal sales and marketing organization. Tracing its origins back to 1867, Packaging Corporation of America maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Mark W. Kowlzan