541921 — Photography Studios, Portrait
NAICS 541921 is 'Photography Studios, Portrait', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $16,000,000.
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as portrait studios primarily engaged in providing still, video, or digital portrait photography services.
Illustrative Examples
- Home photography services
- School photography services
- Passport photography services
- Videotaping services for special events (e.g., weddings)
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Producing film and videotape for commercial exhibition or sale--are classified in Industry 512110, Motion
- Picture and Video Production;
- Developing still photographs--are classified in Industry 81292, Photofinishing;
- Developing motion picture film--are classified in U.S. Industry 512199, Other Motion Picture and Video
- Industries;
- Taking, developing, and selling artistic, news, or other types of photographs on a freelance basis, such as
- photojournalists--are classified in Industry 711510, Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers; and
- Supplying and servicing automatic photography machines in places of business operated by others--are
- classified in Industry 812990, All Other Personal Services.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541921 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Photography Studios, Portrait |
| SBA Size Standard | $16,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 541920 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5419 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 541921
National Industry
Sector (2)
54
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Subsector (3)
541
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Industry Group (4)
5419
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Industry (5)
54192
Photographic Services
National Industry (6)
541921
Photography Studios, Portrait
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7221 - Photographic Studios, Portrait (via SIC1987:7221→NAICS1997:541921→2002:541921→2007:541921→2012:541921→2017:541921→2022:541921)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541921:
- 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 5419
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541921 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541921 is 'Photography Studios, Portrait', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $16,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541921?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541921 is $16,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541921?
NAICS code 541921 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7221 - Photographic Studios, Portrait.