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US Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code Lookup

Division: G - Retail Trade

US-SIC Code 5661 - Shoe Stores

Industry Description

Establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale of men's, women's, and children's footwear, including athletic footwear. These establishments frequently carry accessory lines, such as hosiery, gloves, and handbags.

Business Examples

Common types of business activities within US SIC 5661 - Shoe Stores are:

  • Athletic shoe stores-retail
  • Footwear stores-retail
  • Shoe stores-retail

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

US-SIC Hierarchy 5661 - Shoe Stores

US-SIC Code 5661 - Shoe Stores sits in the 2-digit Shoe Stores sector. US SIC codes can be 2 to 8 digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be.

Division: G

Division Title: Retail Trade

2 Digits 3 Digits 4 Digits

Extended US-SIC Hierarchy for 5661 - Shoe Stores

For business marketing and targeting, US SIC Codes have been extended to provide more specific classifications within US-SIC 5661 - Shoe Stores. Extended US SIC Codes are being continuously updated to reflect the current business environment.

6 Digit SIC Codes

  • 566101 Shoes-retail
  • 566102 Shoes-orthopedic
  • 566103 Boots
  • 566104 Shoe laces
  • 566105 Slippers
  • 566106 Shoe store supplies
  • 566107 Childrens shoes-retail
  • 566108 Shoe ornaments
  • 566109 Shoes-safety
  • 566110 Shoes-outdoors

8 Digit SIC Codes

  • 56610000 Shoe stores
  • 56610100 Custom and orthopedic shoes
  • 56610101 Shoes, custom
  • 56610102 Shoes, orthopedic
  • 56619900 Shoe stores, nec
  • 56619901 Children's shoes
  • 56619902 Footwear, athletic
  • 56619903 Men's boots
  • 56619904 Men's shoes
  • 56619905 Women's boots
  • 56619906 Women's shoes

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Each US SIC Code is part of a Division, which corresponds with a numerical range. Select a Division category from the table below, then drill down to discover the industries within that Division.

Division US-SIC Code Sector title
A 01-09 Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing
B 10-14 Mining
C 15-17 Construction
D 20-39 Manufacturing
E 40-49 Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, and Sanitary Services
F 50-51 Wholesale Trade
G 52-59 Retail Trade
H 60-67 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
I 70-89 Services
J 90-99 Public Administration

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