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Sector: 44-45 Retail Trade

NAICS Code 448210 - Shoe Stores

Industry Description

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing all types of new footwear (except hosiery and specialty sports footwear, such as golf shoes, bowling shoes, and spiked shoes). Establishments primarily engaged in retailing new tennis shoes or sneakers are included in this industry.

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Business Examples

Common types of business activities within NAICS 448210 - Shoe Stores are:

  • Children's shoe stores
  • Shoe stores, orthopedic
  • Shoe (except bowling, golf, spiked) stores
  • Athletic shoe (except bowling, golf, spiked) stores
  • Orthopedic shoes stores

IBISWorld Industry Research Report

Shoe Stores in the US (44821)

Revenue 2025

$67.5bn

Growth 2025

-0.99%

Key Trends

  • This industry experiences stiff competition from alternative retailers that sell shoes

  • In-store shopping plummeted during the pandemic as stores were forced close

  • A rebounding economy and pent-up demand are expected to boost shoe sales

Products and Services

Similar Industries

For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 448210 - Shoe Stores that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:

NAICS Hierarchy 448210 - Shoe Stores

NAICS Code 448210 - Shoe Stores sits in the 2-digit Shoe Stores sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes

2 Digits: 44-45

Sector Title: Retail Trade

3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits

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