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If you are an independent driver for Lyft or operate a ride-hailing business and need your NAICS code, here is your answer right away.

The NAICS code for Lyft and other taxi and ridesharing services is 485310, classified under Taxi and Ridesharing Services in the Transportation and Warehousing sector. Whether you work as a Lyft driver or an Uber driver, this is the standard NAICS code used for most ridesharing businesses and independent drivers.

FieldDetails
NAICS Code485310
Industry TitleTaxi and Ridesharing Services
Sector48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing)
Industry Group4853 (Taxi and Limousine Service)
Last Updated2022 NAICS Edition

What Does NAICS Code 485310 Cover?

According to the official 2022 NAICS data, code 485310 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing passenger transportation by automobile or van, not operated over regular routes and on regular schedules.

In simple terms, this code applies to any individual or business that provides on-demand transportation via a digital platform or traditional hailing. This includes:

  • Ridesharing Services: Independent contractors driving for platforms like Lyft or Uber.
  • Ride Hailing Services: Arrangement services that connect passengers with drivers.
  • Taxicab Owner-Operators: Individual drivers who own and operate their own cabs.
  • Taxicab Fleet Operators: Companies that manage a fleet of vehicles for on-demand transport.
  • Taxicab Dispatch Services: Systems that coordinate passenger pick-ups.

The important distinction here is on-demand. This code is for transportation that is not scheduled in advance and does not follow a fixed route (like a bus or train).

Does My Business Qualify for Code 485310?

Your business qualifies for NAICS code 485310 if:

  • You are an independent contractor (1099 worker) driving for Lyft.
  • Your primary income is derived from providing on-demand passenger transportation.
  • You do not follow a fixed schedule or a specific, recurring route.

Your business may not qualify if:

  • You Provide Limousine Services: If you provide luxury transportation that is primarily reserved in advance, use 485320.
  • You Provide Shuttle Services: If you run a van or limo between fixed points (like an airport and hotel) on a schedule, use 485999.
  • You Provide Special Needs Transport: If you specialize in transporting the elderly or disabled, use 485991.
  • You Provide Charter Bus Services: If you provide buses for group travel, use 485510.

Where Will You Need This Code?

If you drive for Lyft, your NAICS code is an important part of your professional identity. Here is where code 485310 will be required:

Tax Filings and Compliance. When filing your annual taxes as an independent contractor, the IRS requires a NAICS code on Schedule C. Using 485310 identifies you as a rideshare driver for statistical and audit purposes.

SBA Loan Applications. If you are applying for an SBA loan to purchase a new vehicle or maintain your business, the Small Business Administration uses 485310 to assess the industry risk and your eligibility.

Business Bank Accounts. Many banks require a NAICS code to open a business checking account, which is a recommended practice for Lyft drivers to keep personal and business expenses separate.

Business Insurance. Commercial auto insurance or rideshare-specific insurance policies use this code to determine your risk category and set your premium rates.

Business Registration. If you choose to formalize your driving as an LLC, state registration portals will often ask for this code to categorize your business activity.

485310 in the NAICS Hierarchy

Every NAICS code sits inside a structured hierarchy. Here is exactly where 485310 fits:

LevelCodeTitle
Sector48-49Transportation and Warehousing
Subsector485Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Industry Group4853Taxi and Limousine Service
NAICS Industry48531Taxi and Ridesharing Services
National Industry485310Taxi and Ridesharing Services

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