NAICS Code 541511 — Custom Computer Programming Services
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is one of 4 national industries under 54151 (Computer Systems Design and Related Services).
| Code | 541511 |
|---|---|
| Title | Custom Computer Programming Services |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $34 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in writing, modifying, testing, and supporting software to meet the needs of a particular customer.
Is a business under 541511 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 541511 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $34 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 541511 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 54 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services |
| Subsector | 541 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services |
| Industry Group | 5415 | Computer Systems Design and Related Services |
| NAICS Industry | 54151 | Computer Systems Design and Related Services |
| National Industry | 541511 | Custom Computer Programming Services |
Related SIC codes
Via the official U.S. Census concordance (1987 SIC ↔ NAICS), shown only where the industry definition is unchanged in NAICS 2022.
| SIC code | Title |
|---|---|
7371 | Computer Programming Services |
Related National Industry codes
541512— Computer Systems Design Services541513— Computer Facilities Management Services541519— Other Computer Related Services
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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.