492210 — Local Messengers and Local Delivery
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing local messenger and delivery services of small items within a single metropolitan area or within an urban center. These establishments generally provide point-to-point pick-up and delivery and do not operate as part of an intercity courier network (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Illustrative Examples
- Letters, documents, or small parcels local delivery services
- Grocery delivery services (i.e., independent service from grocery store)
- Alcoholic beverages delivery services
- Restaurant meals order and delivery services (i.e., independent order and delivery services)
Overview Facts
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4215 - Courier Services, Except by Air (via SIC1987:4215→NAICS1997:49221→2002:492210→2007:492210→2012:492210→2017:492210→2022:492210)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC R604 — Mailing and Distribution Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 492210 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 492210 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Local Messengers and Local Delivery' under Sector 48-49 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 492210? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $34,000,000 for NAICS code 492210 (Local Messengers and Local Delivery), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 492210? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 492210 (Local Messengers and Local Delivery) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 4215 - Courier Services, Except by Air.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 492210:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 492210 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Local Messengers and Local Delivery).
- IRS PBA Code for Local Delivery — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- 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.