AWR
American States Water
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
Based on the most recent data from Jul 20, 2026, AWR's PEG ratio comes in at 4.62. This metric factors in a PE of 25.85 with an earnings growth rate of 5.6%. Relative to the 2.68 average from the previous four quarters, the PEG ratio has soared by 73%.
AWR PEG ratio history
Looking at the last ten years, AWR's PEG ratio has has been around 4.34 on average. At 4.62, today's PEG ratio sits 6% above its historical average. Within the last ten years, the Sep 2020 quarter recorded the highest PEG value at 23.9. At 0.4, the Dec 2023 quarter showed the minimum PEG ratio in this period.
American States Water PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3.41 | 21.51 | 6.3% |
| 2024 | N/A | 24.52 | -5.9% |
| 2023 | 0.4 | 23.86 | 59% |
| 2022 | N/A | 43.66 | -16.9% |
| 2021 | 4.51 | 40.56 | 9% |
| 2020 | 13.07 | 33.98 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | 1.19 | 38 | 31.8% |
| 2018 | N/A | 38.75 | -8% |
| 2017 | 2.01 | 30.8 | 15.3% |
| 2016 | 23.29 | 27.95 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 10.42 | 26.06 | 2.5% |
| 2014 | N/A | 23.99 | -2.5% |
| 2013 | 1.33 | 17.84 | 13.4% |
| 2012 | 1.03 | 16.89 | 16.4% |
| 2011 | 0.39 | 14.3 | 37.1% |
American States Water PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 3.95 | 22.11 | 5.6% |
| Dec 2025 | 3.41 | 21.51 | 6.3% |
| Sep 2025 | 1.61 | 21.76 | 13.5% |
| Jun 2025 | 1.73 | 23.52 | 13.6% |
| Mar 2025 | 4.12 | 24.28 | 5.9% |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | 24.52 | -5.9% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | 28.04 | -10.8% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 25.29 | -9.5% |
| Mar 2024 | 1.62 | 23.61 | 14.6% |
| Dec 2023 | 0.4 | 23.86 | 59% |
| Sep 2023 | 0.44 | 23.63 | 54.2% |
| Jun 2023 | 0.65 | 27.44 | 42.2% |
| Mar 2023 | 3.08 | 33.29 | 10.8% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 43.66 | -16.9% |
| Sep 2022 | N/A | 36.09 | -15.3% |
AWR average PEG ratio chart
AWR's PEG ratio today is higher than its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
American States Water's PEG of 4.62 is above the Utilities sector and the industry average. Compared to its Utilities sector average of 1.33, American States Water's PEG is 247% higher.
AWR EPS growth
AWR Price vs fair value
AWR PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, AWR's PEG ratio is under AWK's but above YORW's and ARTNA's.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| PCYO Pure Cycle Corp | 1.59 | $255.19M |
| ARTNA Artesian Resources Corp | 1.62 | $345.97M |
| YORW York Water Co | 2.86 | $496.98M |
| AWR American States Water Co | 4.56 | $3.42B |
| AWK American Water Works Company Inc | 8.62 | $25.64B |
| HTO H2O America | N/A | $2.68B |
| CWT California Water Service Group | N/A | $3.03B |
| CDZI Cadiz Inc | N/A | $279.59M |
| MSEX Middlesex Water Co | N/A | $1.04B |
Frequently asked questions
What is American States Water's PEG ratio?
Based on Jul 20, 2026 data, AWR carries a PEG ratio of 4.62.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for American States Water (AWR)?
AWR's 3-year PEG ratio average stands at 2.16.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for American States Water (AWR)?
AWR's 5-year PEG ratio average stands at 2.33.
What is the highest PEG ratio for AWR?
In the last ten years, AWR's peak PEG ratio of 23.9 was recorded in the Sep 2020 quarter.
How does the current PEG ratio for AWR compare to its historical average?
AWR currently has a PEG ratio 6% above its 10-year average.
Why is American States Water's PEG ratio so high?
Slow earnings growth combined with a high valuation pushes AWR's PEG ratio to 4.62.
How is AWR's PEG ratio calculated (American States Water PEG ratio formula)?
PEG equals PE divided by EPS growth (YoY TTM). As of Jul 20, 2026, American States Water has a P/E ratio of 25.85. Earnings grew at 5.6% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this produces a price to earnings growth ratio of 4.62. PEG RATIO(4.62) = PE RATIO(25.85) / EPS GROWTH(5.6%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.