624221 — Temporary Shelters
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing (1) short-term emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or child abuse and/or (2) temporary residential shelter for homeless individuals or families, runaway youth, and patients and families caught in medical crises. These establishments may operate their own shelters or may subsidize housing using existing homes, apartments, hotels, or motels.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in providing emergency shelter for victims of domestic or international
- disasters or conflicts are classified in Industry 624230, Emergency and Other Relief Services; and
- Halfway group homes for delinquents and ex-offenders and homes for unwed mothers are classified in
- Industry 623990, Other Residential Care Facilities.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 624221 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Temporary Shelters |
| SBA Size Standard | $13,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 624200 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 62 → 624 → 6242 |
| 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 8322 - Individual and Family Social Services (via SIC1987:8322→NAICS1997:624221→2002:624221→2007:624221→2012:624221→2017:624221→2022:624221)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 624221:
- Sector 62 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Health Care and Social Assistance 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 6242
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 624221 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 624221 is 'Temporary Shelters', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 62 (Health Care and Social Assistance); the SBA small-business size standard is $13,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 624221?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 624221 is $13,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 624221?
NAICS code 624221 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 8322 - Individual and Family Social Services.