Analysis
NAICS 72121 is the 2022 NAICS industry for rv (recreational vehicle) parks and recreational camps, part of 7212 (RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps). Census lists 20 example activities under it in the official index.
County Business Patterns counts 7,985 US establishments in this code in 2023, employing 50,244 people at an average annual payroll of $45,935 per employee (14th percentile of national industries). 65% of the establishments have fewer than five employees, which marks it as a small-business industry.
Across its national industries Census lists 20 index entries; typical ones are campgrounds and boys' camps (except day, instructional).
Census lists 4 related activities that belong elsewhere, most often in 713, 61, 71399 and 53119. Businesses that do several things are classified by their primary activity, the one that generates the most value, so check those boundaries before settling on this code.
It splits into 2 more detailed codes. The largest by establishments is 721211 (RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds) with 5,018.
For example, operating recreational facilities without accommodations are classified in 713 (Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries) instead.
Official definition
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds and recreational and vacation camps. These establishments cater to outdoor enthusiasts and are characterized by the type of accommodation and by the nature and the range of recreational facilities and activities provided to their clients.
Illustrative Examples:
Campgrounds Fishing and hunting camps Travel trailer campsites Outdoor adventure retreats Vacation camps (except instructional, day) Recreational vehicle parks
Source: US Census Bureau, NAICS 2022 Manual.
Not this code if…
| The business mainly does | Use instead |
|---|---|
| Operating recreational facilities without accommodations | 713 Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries |
| Operating instructional camps, such as sports camps, fine arts camps, and computer camps | 61 Educational Services, based on the nature of instruction |
| Operating children's day camps (except instructional) | 71399 All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries |
| Acting as lessors of residential mobile home sites (i.e., trailer parks) | 53119 Lessors of Other Real Estate Property |
Index entries (20)
- Campgrounds
- Boys' camps (except day, instructional)