Valuation check: VITL's profit margin is 6.1%, below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.4%.
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As of the most recent data (March 2026), VITL shows a profit margin of 6.1%. That compares with 8.26% in the prior-year period — down 26.1% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.4%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, VITL's profit margin is now 6.1% (was 8.26%) — a 26.1% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Vital Farms is outperforming or lagging.
The Consumer Staples sector average profit margin is about 14.4%. Vital Farms is at 6.1%, which is lower that average. That is roughly 57.6% below the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how VITL stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 8.26% in the prior-year period — down 26.1% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Vital Farms with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Vital Farms's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 6.1%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.