541310 — Architectural Services
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in planning and designing residential, institutional, leisure, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures by applying knowledge of design, construction procedures, zoning regulations, building codes, and building materials.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Planning and designing the development of land areas--are classified in Industry 541320, Landscape
- Architectural Services; and
- Both the design and construction of buildings, highways, or other structures or in managing construction
- projects--are classified in Sector 23, Construction, according to the type of project.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541310 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Architectural Services |
| SBA Size Standard | $12,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 22,805 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 541310 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5413 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 8712 - Architectural Services (via SIC1987:8712→NAICS1997:54131→2002:541310→2007:541310→2012:541310→2017:541310→2022:541310)
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 R425 — Engineering and Technical Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541310:
- Sector 54 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- 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.
Related Industries in 5413
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541310 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541310 is 'Architectural Services', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $12,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541310?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541310 is $12,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541310?
NAICS code 541310 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 8712 - Architectural Services.