541810 — Advertising Agencies
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in creating advertising campaigns and placing such advertising in print and digital periodicals, newspapers, radio and television, or other media. These establishments are organized to provide a full range of services (i.e., through in-house capabilities or subcontracting), including advice, creative services, account management, production of advertising content, media planning, and buying (i.e., placing advertising).
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541810 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Advertising Agencies |
| SBA Size Standard | $25,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 541800 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5418 |
| 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 7311 - Advertising Agencies (via SIC1987:7311→NAICS1997:54181→2002:541810→2007:541810→2012:541810→2017:541810→2022:541810)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541810:
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541810 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541810 is 'Advertising Agencies', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $25,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541810?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541810 is $25,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541810?
NAICS code 541810 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7311 - Advertising Agencies.