Essential Utilities WTRG Net margin

Net margin at other companies

Middlesex Water CompanyMSEX

22.1%0.0pp

York WaterYORW

28.5%+2.7pp

Artesian ResourcesARTNA

20.3%+0.7pp

California Water Service GroupCWT

12.2%-2.2pp

AWK

American Water WorksAWK

21.2%-1.1pp

Global Water ResourcesGWRS

7.9%-4.7pp

FAQ

What is Essential Utilities's net margin?

Essential Utilities (WTRG) reported net margin of 21.8% in Q1 2026.

How has Essential Utilities's net margin changed year-over-year?

Essential Utilities's net margin decreased by 19.7% year-over-year, from 27.2% to 21.8%.

What is the long-term trend for Essential Utilities's net margin?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Essential Utilities's net margin has grown at a 5.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 19.5% to 24.9%.

What does net margin mean?

Net income as a percentage of revenue (trailing twelve months). The bottom-line profitability measure after all costs, interest, and taxes.