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
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521 Lumber and Other Building Materials Dealers
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523 Paint, Glass and Wallpaper Stores
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525 Hardware Stores
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526 Retail Nurseries, Lawn and Garden Supply Stores
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527 Mobile Home Dealers
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531 Department Stores
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533 Variety Stores
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539 Miscellaneous General Merchandise Stores
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541 Grocery Stores
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542 Meat and Fish (seafood) Markets, Including
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543 Fruit and Vegetable Markets
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544 Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores
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545 Dairy Products Stores
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546 Retail Bakeries
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549 Miscellaneous Food Stores
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551 Motor Vehicle Dealers (new and Used)
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552 Motor Vehicle Dealers (used Only)
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553 Auto and Home Supply Stores
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554 Gasoline Service Stations
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555 Boat Dealers
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556 Recreational Vehicle Dealers
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557 Motorcycle Dealers
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559 Automotive Dealers, Not Elsewhere Classified
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561 Men's and Boys' Clothing and Accessory Stores
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562 Women's Clothing Stores
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563 Women's Accessory and Specialty Stores
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564 Children's and Infants' Wear Stores
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565 Family Clothing Stores
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566 Shoe Stores
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569 Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Stores
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571 Home Furniture and Furnishings Stores
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572 Household Appliance Stores
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573 Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, and Music Stores
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581 Eating and Drinking Places
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591 Drug Stores and Proprietary Stores
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592 Liquor Stores
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593 Used Merchandise Stores
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594 Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores
- 5941 Sporting Goods Stores and Bicycle Shops
- 5942 Book Stores
- 5943 Stationery Stores
- 5944 Jewelry Stores
- 5945 Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops
- 5946 Camera and Photographic Supply Stores
- 5947 Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Shops
- 5948 Luggage and Leather Goods Stores
- 5949 Sewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods Stores
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596 Nonstore Retailers
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598 Fuel Dealers
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599 Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
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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
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566101 Shoes-retail
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566102 Shoes-orthopedic
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566103 Boots
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566104 Shoe laces
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566105 Slippers
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566106 Shoe store supplies
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566107 Childrens shoes-retail
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566108 Shoe ornaments
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566109 Shoes-safety
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566110 Shoes-outdoors
8 Digit SIC Codes
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56610000 Shoe stores
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56610100 Custom and orthopedic shoes
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56610101 Shoes, custom
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56610102 Shoes, orthopedic
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56619900 Shoe stores, nec
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56619901 Children's shoes
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56619902 Footwear, athletic
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56619903 Men's boots
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56619904 Men's shoes
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56619905 Women's boots
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56619906 Women's shoes
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