541191 — Title Abstract and Settlement Offices
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments (except offices of lawyers and attorneys) primarily engaged in one or more of the following activities: (1) researching public land records to gather information relating to real estate titles; (2) preparing documents necessary for the transfer of the title, financing, and settlement; (3) conducting final real estate settlements and closings; and (4) filing legal and other documents relating to the sale of real estate. Real estate settlement offices, title abstract companies, and title search companies are included in this industry.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments of lawyers and attorneys primarily engaged in the practice of law are classified in Industry
- 541110, Offices of Lawyers;
- Establishments primarily engaged in underwriting or acting as agents in selling real estate title insurance
- policies are classified in Subsector 524, Insurance Carriers and Related Activities; and
- Establishments primarily engaged in providing real estate escrow and fiduciary services are classified in
- Industry 531390, Other Activities Related to Real Estate.
- PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, AND TECHNICAL SERVICES 457
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541191 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Title Abstract and Settlement Offices |
| SBA Size Standard | $19,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 541190 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5411 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 6541 - Title Abstract Offices (via SIC1987:6541→NAICS1997:541191→2002:541191→2007:541191→2012:541191→2017:541191→2022:541191)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541191:
- Sector 54 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 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 5411
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541191 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541191 is 'Title Abstract and Settlement Offices', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $19,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541191?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541191 is $19,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541191?
NAICS code 541191 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 6541 - Title Abstract Offices.