Welltower Inc. (WELL) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.51
Is Welltower Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Welltower Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.51 is 26% below its 5-year average of 0.69, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.51–0.89).
The debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL) is 0.51 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 0.97% (0.52).
WELL Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
WELL Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
WELL Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
WELL Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.51
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.52
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.60
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.69
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.78
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.82
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.85
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-0.97%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-15.00%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-25.73%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-34.39%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-37.80%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-40.27%
WELL Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welltower Inc. (WELL) | — | 0.51 | 0.52 | 0.60 | 0.69 |
| Prologis, Inc. (PLD) | $135.93B | 0.66 | 0.62 | 0.57 | 0.56 |
| Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) | $102.40B | 1.61 | 1.50 | 1.46 | 1.42 |
| American Tower Corporation (AMT) | $89.65B | 12.31 | 12.66 | 11.20 | 10.67 |
| Simon Property Group, Inc. (SPG) | $69.02B | 5.60 | 7.01 | 7.72 | 7.92 |
| Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) | $63.53B | 1.05 | 0.95 | 0.98 | 0.93 |
| Realty Income Corporation (O) | $57.93B | 0.83 | 0.76 | 0.71 | 0.71 |
| Public Storage (PSA) | $56.87B | 1.11 | 1.04 | 0.92 | 0.79 |
| Crown Castle Inc. (CCI) | $40.76B | -18.08 | 4.13 | 3.56 | 2.99 |
| Agree Realty Corporation (ADC) | $9.07B | 0.53 | 0.52 | 0.48 | 0.50 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.51
Current Ratio
5.34
Welltower Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Welltower Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.51.
- Is Welltower Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Welltower Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.51 is 26% below its 5-year average of 0.69, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.51–0.89).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.52.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.60.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.69.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.78.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.82.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Welltower Inc. (WELL)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for WELL stock is 0.85.
Welltower Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.51 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.52 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.63 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.91 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.82 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.93 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.83 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.02 |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.64 |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.05 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.65 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.63 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.76 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.66 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 1996-12-31 | 0.85 |
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About Welltower Inc.
Welltower Inc. (NYSE:WELL), an S&P 500 company based in Toledo, Ohio, is a leader in reshaping healthcare infrastructure. This Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) strategically collaborates with premier operators in seniors housing, post-acute care, and health systems. Their core mission is to finance the vital property assets required to expand innovative care delivery models, thereby enhancing overall public wellness and healthcare experiences. Welltower's portfolio encompasses a variety of properties, including seniors housing, post-acute communities, and outpatient medical facilities, all situated primarily within key, rapidly growing markets across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
- Sector
- Real Estate
- Industry
- REIT - Healthcare Facilities
- CEO
- Shankh S. Mitra