512131 — Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins)
NAICS 512131 is 'Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins)', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 51 (Information); the SBA small-business size standard is $47,000,000.
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating motion picture theaters (except drive-ins) and/or exhibiting motion pictures or videos at film festivals, and so forth.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 512131 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins) |
| SBA Size Standard | $47,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 512100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 51 → 512 → 5121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 512131
National Industry
Sector (2)
51
Information
Subsector (3)
512
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
Industry Group (4)
5121
Motion Picture and Video Industries
Industry (5)
51213
Motion Picture and Video Exhibition
National Industry (6)
512131
Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins)
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7832 - Motion Picture Theaters, Except Drive-In (via SIC1987:7832→NAICS1997:512131→2002:512131→2007:512131→2012:512131→2017:512131→2022:512131)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 512131:
- Sector 51 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Information sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 5121
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 512131 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 512131 is 'Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins)', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 51 (Information); the SBA small-business size standard is $47,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 512131?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 512131 is $47,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 512131?
NAICS code 512131 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7832 - Motion Picture Theaters, Except Drive-In.