Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) Earnings History
Elite Compounder16 years of earnings data (2011–2026) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) Earnings Overview
As of November 7, 2026, Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $270M, reflecting +22.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.92 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 15.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, PCTY's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +31.3%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $270M in fiscal 2026, representing a new all-time high.
Paylocity Holding Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 69.2%, operating margin of 21.8%, and net margin of 15.2%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including PAYC ($488M net income, 22.1% margin), PAYX ($1.81B net income, 27.0% margin), ADP ($4.53B net income, 20.1% margin), PCTY has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare PCTY vs PAYC →
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PCTY Historical Earnings Data (2011–2026)
16 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $270M | +18.8% | $386M | $4.92 | 15.2% | 21.8% |
| 2025 | $227M | +9.8% | $304M | $4.02 | 14.2% | 19.1% |
| 2024 | $207M | +46.8% | $260M | $3.63 | 14.7% | 18.5% |
| 2023 | $141M | +55.1% | $155M | $2.49 | 12.0% | 13.2% |
| 2022 | $91M | +28.2% | $85M | $1.61 | 10.6% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | $71M | +9.9% | $58M | $1.26 | 11.1% | 9.1% |
| 2020 | $64M | +19.8% | $66M | $1.16 | 11.5% | 11.8% |
| 2019 | $54M | +39.4% | $56M | $0.97 | 11.5% | 12.0% |
| 2018 | $39M | +474.5% | $16M | $0.70 | 10.2% | 4.2% |
| 2017 | $7M | +274.4% | $7M | $0.12 | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| 2016 | -$4M | +72.4% | -$4M | $-0.08 | -1.7% | -1.5% |
| 2015 | -$14M | -96.5% | -$14M | $-0.28 | -9.2% | -9.1% |
| 2014 | -$7M | -1252.4% | -$7M | $-0.19 | -6.5% | -6.5% |
| 2013 | $617,000 | -63.4% | $31,000 | $-0.05 | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| 2012 | $2M | +1398.5% | $3M | $0.02 | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| 2011 | $-130,000 | - | $13,000 | $-0.00 | -0.3% | 0.0% |
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PCTY — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PCTY stock.
What is PCTY earnings per share (EPS)?
PCTY trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.92, reflecting +22.4% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +31.3%. Complete EPS history from 2011 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is Paylocity Holding Corporation's net income?
Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) trailing twelve-month net income is $270M as of 2026. Earnings grew +22.4% year-over-year. Paylocity Holding Corporation has been profitable for 10 consecutive years.
Is PCTY profitable?
Yes, PCTY is profitable with a TTM net income of $270M and a net profit margin of +15.2%. Paylocity Holding Corporation has generated profits for 10 consecutive years.
What is PCTY's earnings growth rate?
PCTY compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +22.4%, 3-Year: +25.5%, 5-Year: +31.3%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2011 to 2026.
What are PCTY's profit margins?
Paylocity Holding Corporation net profit margin is +15.2%, operating margin is +21.8%, and gross margin is +69.2%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +22.0%.
Is PCTY growing earnings?
Yes, PCTY earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +22.4% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +31.3%. TTM net income reached $270M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was PCTY's best earnings year?
Paylocity Holding Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $270M, achieved in fiscal year 2026. Earnings history on this page spans 2011 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were PCTY's earnings last quarter?
PCTY's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $60M with diluted EPS of $1.11. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.