Identify NAICS and SIC Codes for Industry Research
Many business databases can be searched by NAICS or SIC code. Searching with these codes can help narrow in on sources about a particular industry.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy. The NAICS system was meant to relace an older system called SIC (Standard Industrial Classification).
To identify a NAICS code, search for an industry or company in one of these sources:
- NAICS SearchSearch for an industry using a keyword or 2-6 digit code.
- SIC ManualBrowse or search for an industry using a keyword or code.
- Reference Solutions This link opens in a new window
Directory information for over 14 million businesses in the U.S. and Canada, customizable by type of business, geographic location, size of business, and sales. - Ward's Business Directory of U.S. Private and Public Companies This link opens in a new window
Directory of active United States companies, searchable by SIC or NAICS code, type of company, location, or size.
Industry Sources
- IBISWorld Industry Reports This link opens in a new window Provides in-depth industry analysis for over 700 U.S. industries in all major U.S. industry sectors. Global industry reports are particularly strong in the manufacturing sector.
- Mintel Academic This link opens in a new window Analyzes market drivers, sizes & trends, market segmentation, and consumer attitudes & purchasing habits for the US and European marketplaces.
- Statista This link opens in a new window Collection of statistics and studies on over 600 global industries.
- Standard & Poor's NetAdvantage This link opens in a new window Includes Industry Surveys (current environment, trends, key ratios, and comparative company analysis) for selected major industries
Industry Benchmarks
- BizMiner This link opens in a new window
Startup and small business statistics, such as annual sales and market share, failure rates, & entrepreneurial activity rates. Reports available for states and local areas as well as the national level.
