513210 — Software Publishers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in software publishing. Establishments in this industry carry out operations necessary for producing and distributing computer software, such as designing, providing documentation, assisting in installation, and providing support services to software purchasers. These establishments may design, develop, and publish, or publish only. These establishments may publish and distribute software through subscriptions and/or downloads (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
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 7372 - Prepackaged Software (via SIC1987:7372→NAICS1997:51121→2002:511210→2007:511210→2012:511210→2017:511210→2022:513210)
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 T099 — Other Photographic, Mapping, Printing, and Publication Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 513210 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 513210 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Software Publishers' under Sector 51 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 513210? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $47,000,000 for NAICS code 513210 (Software Publishers), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 513210? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 513210 (Software Publishers) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7372 - Prepackaged Software.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 513210:
- Sector 51 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Information sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 513210 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Software Publishers).
- 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.