516110 — Radio Broadcasting Stations
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in broadcasting aural programs by radio to the public. These establishments operate radio broadcasting studios and facilities for the programming and transmission of programs to the public. Programming may originate in their own studio, from an affiliated network, or from external sources (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 4832 - Radio Broadcasting Stations (via SIC1987:4832→NAICS1997:513112→2002:515112→2007:515112→2012:515112→2017:515112→2022:516110)
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 516110 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 516110 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Radio Broadcasting Stations' under Sector 51 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 516110? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $47,000,000 for NAICS code 516110 (Radio Broadcasting Stations), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 516110? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 516110 (Radio Broadcasting Stations) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 4832 - Radio Broadcasting Stations.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 516110:
- 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 516110 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Radio Broadcasting Stations).
- 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.