Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 79.9x, near 5Y avg of 71.0x · 80th percentile · In line with own history · Data 2015–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 79.9x, with a stock price of $23.16 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.32.
The current P/E is 12% above its 5-year average of 71.0x. Over the past five years, DEA's P/E has ranged from a low of 37.6x to a high of 123.2x, placing the current valuation at the 80th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Real Estate sector median P/E of 24.1x, DEA trades at a 232% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 174 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.7x to 195.6x.
Relative to the broader market, DEA commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our DEA DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
DEA Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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DEA P/E vs Peers
Single-Tenant and Government Office REITs peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9B | 23.6 | 1.11 | +96% | |
| $94M | 115.3 | - | -394% | |
| $584M | 29.4 | 0.83Best | +58% | |
| $2B | 24.2 | - | +8% | |
| $7B | 9.0Lowest | - | +10400%Best | |
| $10B | 37.2 | - | +1833% | |
| $3B | 20.2 | - | +54% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
DEA Historical P/E Data (2015–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $21.43 | $0.24 | 88.0x | -42% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $21.19 | $0.28 | 75.5x | -51% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $22.93 | $0.31 | 73.8x | -52% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $22.20 | $0.40 | 55.9x | -63% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $26.50 | $0.42 | 63.5x | -58% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $28.40 | $0.46 | 61.7x | -60% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $33.95 | $0.44 | 77.2x | -49% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $30.92 | $0.47 | 65.8x | -57% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $28.78 | $0.49 | 58.7x | -62% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $33.60 | $0.42 | 80.0x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $28.58 | $0.76 | 37.6x | -75% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $36.25 | $0.46 | 78.8x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $34.35 | $0.53 | 64.8x | -58% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $35.67 | $0.69 | 51.7x | -66% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $39.42 | $0.32 | 123.2x | -19% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $47.60 | $0.70 | 68.0x | -55% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $52.85 | $0.75 | 70.5x | -54% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $57.30 | $0.75 | 76.4x | -50% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $51.65 | $0.74 | 69.3x | -55% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $52.70 | $0.66 | 80.5x | -47% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $51.83 | $0.54 | 96.9x | -37% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $56.63 | $0.39 | 147.1x | -4% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $56.03 | $0.36 | 155.6x | +2% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $57.80 | $0.26 | 226.7x | +48% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $61.60 | $0.33 | 189.5x | +24% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $59.33 | $0.26 | 230.0x | +51% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $53.25 | $0.23 | 228.5x | +50% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $45.28 | $0.24 | 190.3x | +25% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $45.03 | $0.09 | 511.7x | +235% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $39.20 | $0.18 | 217.8x | +43% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $48.43 | $0.22 | 215.4x | +41% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $49.40 | $0.24 | 201.8x | +32% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $51.00 | $0.21 | 237.4x | +55% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $53.35 | $0.21 | 248.4x | +63% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $51.68 | $0.22 | 234.9x | +54% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $52.38 | $0.19 | 275.7x | +80% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $49.47 | $0.22 | 224.9x | +47% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $50.05 | $0.22 | 227.5x | +49% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $47.70 | $0.16 | 306.4x | +101% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $49.33 | $0.19 | 265.6x | +74% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $46.30 | $0.19 | 249.3x | +63% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $39.88 | $0.35 | 113.9x | -25% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 152.8x
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DEA — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DEA stock.
What is DEA's P/E ratio?
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (DEA) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 79.9x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.32. The 5-year average P/E is 71.0x and the historical range spans 37.6x to 123.2x.
Is DEA stock overvalued or undervalued?
DEA trades at 79.9x P/E, near its 5-year average of 71.0x. The 80th percentile ranking within the 37.6x–123.2x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is DEA stock expensive?
DEA is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 79.9x is near the 5-year average of 71.0x (80th percentile of historical range).
What is DEA's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, DEA's P/E ratio has ranged from 37.6x to 123.2x, with a median of 70.5x and an average of 71.0x. The current P/E of 79.9x places the stock at the 80th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2015–2026.
How does DEA's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
DEA trades at 79.9x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 227% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does DEA's valuation compare to Real Estate peers?
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. P/E of 79.9x compares to the Real Estate sector median of 24.1x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is DEA's PEG ratio?
DEA PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 79.9x and EPS growth of -37.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is DEA's earnings yield?
DEA earnings yield is 1.25%, the inverse of its 79.9x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.