611511 — Cosmetology and Barber Schools
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in offering training in barbering, hair styling, or the cosmetic arts, such as makeup or skin care. These schools provide job-specific certification (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 7231 - Beauty Shops (via SIC1987:7231→NAICS1997:611511→2002:611511→2007:611511→2012:611511→2017:611511→2022:611511)
- SIC 7241 - Barber Shops (via SIC1987:7241→NAICS1997:611511→2002:611511→2007:611511→2012:611511→2017:611511→2022:611511)
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 R401 — Personal Care Services (includes such services as barber and beauty shop, shoe repairs, tailoring, etc.)
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 611511 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 611511 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Cosmetology and Barber Schools' under Sector 61 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 611511? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $13,000,000 for NAICS code 611511 (Cosmetology and Barber Schools), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 611511? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 611511 (Cosmetology and Barber Schools) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7231 - Beauty Shops, 7241 - Barber Shops.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 611511:
- Sector 61 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Educational Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 611511 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Cosmetology and Barber Schools).
- 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.