If you lead or manage a place of worship or a religious ministry and need your NAICS code, here is your answer right away.
The NAICS code for religious organizations is 813110, classified under Religious Organizations in the Other Services (except Public Administration) sector.
| Field | Details |
| NAICS Code | 813110 |
| Industry Title | Religious Organizations |
| Sector | 81 (Other Services (except Public Administration)) |
| Industry Group | 8131 (Religious Organizations) |
| Last Updated | 2022 NAICS Edition |
What Does NAICS Code 813110 Cover?
According to the official 2022 NAICS data, code 813110 covers establishments primarily engaged in operating religious organizations or providing services that promote and administer an organized religion.
In simple terms, this code applies to any facility or group whose main activity is religious worship or spiritual ministry. This includes:
- Churches, Synagogues, Mosques, and Temples: All primary places of worship.
- Ministries and Missions: Organizations dedicated to spreading religious teachings or providing spiritual support.
- Monasteries and Convents: Residential facilities for religious orders (provided they are not primarily schools).
- Bible Societies: Groups focused on the distribution or study of religious texts.
- Religious Shrines and Retreat Houses: Locations designated for pilgrimage or spiritual reflection.
The important distinction here is religious activity. If your organization is run by a religious group but primarily functions as a hospital, school, or homeless shelter, you should use the code specific to that service.
Does My Organization Qualify for Code 813110?
Your organization qualifies for NAICS code 813110 if:
- Your primary purpose is to operate a place of worship or religious assembly.
- You are an administrative body for a specific religious denomination.
- You operate a non-profit ministry or missionary organization.
Your organization may not qualify if:
- You Operate a School: Elementary and secondary schools run by religious groups fall under 611110.
- You Operate a College or Seminary: Degree-granting religious universities fall under 611310.
- You Run a Charity/Grantmaking Foundation: Organizations primarily focused on awarding grants or raising funds for social welfare fall under 813211.
- You Provide Social Assistance: Homeless shelters (624221) or food banks (624210) operated by religious groups use those specific service codes.
When an organization performs multiple activities, always classify based on the activity that represents the primary mission or generates the most operating expenses.
Where Will You Need This Code?
Your NAICS code is required for various administrative and legal functions for non-profit and religious entities:
Tax-Exempt Status and Filings. When applying for 501(c)(3) status or filing annual reports, the IRS uses NAICS codes to categorize your organization’s mission and activities.
Non-Profit Bank Accounts. Most banks require a NAICS code to open an account for a religious organization. This helps them comply with “Know Your Customer” (KYC) regulations.
Grant Applications and SAM.gov. If your organization applies for federal grants (such as security grants or community relief funds), you must register on SAM.gov using your NAICS code.
Business Insurance. Insurance companies use 813110 to assess risk for property and liability coverage, as houses of worship have unique safety and assembly considerations.
SBA Disaster Assistance. In cases of natural disasters, religious organizations may be eligible for SBA loans. Your NAICS code is a required part of that application process.
813110 in the NAICS Hierarchy
Every NAICS code sits inside a structured hierarchy. Here is exactly where 813110 fits:
| Level | Code | Title |
| Sector | 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) |
| Subsector | 813 | Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations |
| Industry Group | 8131 | Religious Organizations |
| NAICS Industry | 81311 | Religious Organizations |
| National Industry | 813110 | Religious Organizations |
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