SBA Size Standard Checker
Look up the official SBA small business size standard for any NAICS code, then compare it against your own average annual receipts or employee count.
This tool reports the published SBA size standard as a fact and lets you compare your own figures against it. It does not determine whether you qualify as a small business, and it is not legal or contracting advice. Confirm your status directly with the SBA. Official SBA size standards →
Not sure of your NAICS code? The NAICS Code Finder maps a plain-English description of your business to candidate codes. You can also browse the official Census NAICS reference.
Frequently asked questions
What is an SBA size standard?
An SBA size standard is the largest a business can be, measured in average annual receipts or number of employees, and still qualify as a small business for federal programs under a given NAICS code. The standards are set in 13 CFR 121.201.
How do I know if my business is small?
Compare your average annual receipts or employee count against the size standard for your primary NAICS code, then verify your status directly with the SBA. This tool presents the published threshold; it does not determine eligibility.
Why are some size standards in dollars and others in employees?
The SBA expresses each industry’s standard either as average annual receipts (in millions of dollars) or as a number of employees, depending on the industry. Manufacturing and similar industries are usually employee-based; services are usually receipts-based.
How current is this data?
This tool uses the SBA Table of Size Standards effective March 17, 2023 (13 CFR 121.201), matched to 2022 NAICS codes. Always confirm the current standard with the SBA before making business decisions.
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