NAICS Code 455211 — Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is one of 2 national industries under 45521 (Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers).
| Code | 455211 |
|---|---|
| Title | Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $47 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This U.S. industry comprises establishments generally known as warehouse clubs, superstores, or supercenters, primarily engaged in retailing a general line of groceries, including a significant amount and variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meats, and other perishable groceries, in combination with a general line of new merchandise, such as apparel, furniture, and appliances.
Is a business under 455211 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 455211 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $47 million in average annual receipts. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — receipts are averaged over the latest 5 fiscal years.
Where 455211 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 44-45 | Retail Trade |
| Subsector | 455 | General Merchandise Retailers |
| Industry Group | 4552 | Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers |
| NAICS Industry | 45521 | Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers |
| National Industry | 455211 | Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters |
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Related National Industry codes
455219— All Other General Merchandise Retailers
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Data: official 2022 NAICS structure, descriptions and Census concordances, U.S. Census Bureau — U.S. government works in the public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Suggested reference, not an official determination.