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Cluster Overview of Local Cluster Definitions 2
Cluster by Cluster Definitions (Local) 3-26
Summary of Local Cluster Descriptions (Narratives) 27-28
When reporting results based on these definitions, please cite: Delgado, M., M.E. Porter, and S. Stern (2014), “Defining Clusters of Related Industries.”*
* Mercedes Delgado (Temple University and Harvard Business School, Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness; [email protected]; to whom correspondence should be addressed), Michael E. Porter (Harvard Business School; [email protected]), and Scott Stern (MIT Sloan and NBER; [email protected]).
Cluster by Cluster Definitions (Local)Version Number: June 2014
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16 Local Clusters; 310 Industries (6-digit NAICS, 2007 codes)
Cluster Code Cluster Name No. of Industries% of Local Employment
(2009)
101 Local Food and Beverage Processing and Distribution 22 0.054102 Local Personal Services (Non-Medical) 22 0.033103 Local Health Services 35 0.215104 Local Utilities 10 0.021105 Local Logistical Services 17 0.028106 Local Household Goods and Services 15 0.021107 Local Financial Services 6 0.041108 Local Motor Vehicle Products and Services 26 0.053109 Local Retailing of Clothing and General Merchandise 15 0.063110 Local Entertainment and Media 15 0.023111 Local Hospitality Establishments 12 0.147112 Local Commercial Services 33 0.102113 Local Education and Training 5 0.018114 Local Community and Civic Organizations 19 0.056115 Local Real Estate, Construction, and Development 52 0.117116 Local Industrial Products and Services 6 0.007
Cluster Overview of Local Cluster Definitions
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Cluster Name: Local Food and Beverage Processing and DistributionCluster Code: 101Description:
Number of Industries 22
424410 Food Wholesaling
424420 Food Wholesaling
424430 Food Wholesaling
424450 Food Wholesaling
424490 Food Wholesaling
311811 Commerical and Retail Bakeries
311812 Commerical and Retail Bakeries
445110 Retail Food Stores
445120 Retail Food Stores
445210 Retail Food Stores
445220 Retail Food Stores
445230 Retail Food Stores
445291 Retail Food Stores
445292 Retail Food Stores
445299 Retail Food Stores
446191 Retail Food Stores
453991 Tobacco Retailing
424810 Beer and Liquor Wholesaling
General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesalers
Retail Bakeries
Commercial Bakeries
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
This cluster contains firms that sell food and beverages at the wholesale and retail levels. Products sold include meat, seafood, fruit and vegetables, general groceries, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and specialty foods. The cluster also includes related distribution methods such as vending and direct selling.
Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers
Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers
Confectionery Merchant Wholesalers
Other Grocery and Related Products Merchant Wholesalers
Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores
Convenience Stores
Meat Markets
Fish and Seafood Markets
Fruit and Vegetable Markets
Baked Goods Stores
Confectionery and Nut Stores
All Other Specialty Food Stores
Food (Health) Supplement Stores
Tobacco Stores
Beer and Ale Merchant Wholesalers
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
445310 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailing
454210 Vending and Direct Selling
454390 Vending and Direct Selling
722330 Vending and Direct Selling
Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores
Vending Machine Operators
Other Direct Selling Establishments
Mobile Food Services
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Cluster Name:Cluster Code: 102Description:
Number of Industries 22
812310 Cleaning Services
611511 Hair Care Services
812111 Hair Care Services
812112 Hair Care Services
812113 Hair Care Services
541921 Photographic and Photofinishing Services
812921 Photographic and Photofinishing Services
812922 Photographic and Photofinishing Services
811430 Repair Services
811490 Repair Services
624410 Child Care Services
532220 Other Personal Services
532299 Other Personal Services
541940 Other Personal Services
812191 Other Personal Services
812199 Other Personal Services
812910 Other Personal Services
812990 Other Personal Services
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Coin-Operated Laundries and Drycleaners
Local Personal Services (Non-Medical)
Establishments in this cluster provide local personal services including self-service laundry, hair care, photofinishing, repair services, and child care. This cluster also contains pet stores and retail stores for certain personal merchandise such as cosmetics.
One-Hour Photofinishing
Cosmetology and Barber Schools
Barber Shops
Beauty Salons
Nail Salons
Photography Studios, Portrait
Photofinishing Laboratories (except One-Hour)
Footwear and Leather Goods Repair
Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance
Child Day Care Services
Formal Wear and Costume Rental
All Other Consumer Goods Rental
Veterinary Services
Diet and Weight Reducing Centers
Other Personal Care Services
Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services
All Other Personal Services
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
446120 Personal Products Retailing
446199 Personal Products Retailing
453910 Personal Products Retailing
453998 Personal Products RetailingAll Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers (except Tobacco Stores)
All Other Health and Personal Care Stores
Pet and Pet Supplies Stores
Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores
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Cluster Name:Cluster Code: 103Description:
Number of Industries 35
621111 Healthcare Provider Offices
621112 Healthcare Provider Offices
621210 Healthcare Provider Offices
621310 Healthcare Provider Offices
621320 Healthcare Provider Offices
621330 Healthcare Provider Offices
621340 Healthcare Provider Offices
621391 Healthcare Provider Offices
621399 Healthcare Provider Offices
621410 Healthcare Provider Offices
621420 Healthcare Provider Offices
621491 Healthcare Provider Offices
621492 Healthcare Provider Offices
621493 Healthcare Provider Offices
621498 Healthcare Provider Offices
621991 Healthcare Provider Offices
621999 Healthcare Provider Offices
622110 Hospitals
Kidney Dialysis Centers
Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers
All Other Outpatient Care Centers
Blood and Organ Banks
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Local Health Services
Firms in this cluster include local health care establishments and services such as hospitals, medical laboratories, home and residential care, and funeral services and crematories. This cluster also includes pharmacies and optical goods retail stores.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
All Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
HMO Medical Centers
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists
Offices of Dentists
Offices of Chiropractors
Offices of Optometrists
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians)
Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists
Offices of Podiatrists
Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners
Family Planning Centers
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
622210 Hospitals
622310 Hospitals
339116 Medical Laboratories
621511 Medical Laboratories
621512 Medical Laboratories
621610 Home and Residential Care
623110 Home and Residential Care
623210 Home and Residential Care
623220 Home and Residential Care
623311 Home and Residential Care
623312 Home and Residential Care
623990 Home and Residential Care
812210 Funeral Service and Crematories
812220 Funeral Service and Crematories
532291 Medical Equipment Distribution and Rental
446110 Drug Stores
446130 Optical Goods Retailing
Pharmacies and Drug Stores
Optical Goods Stores
Funeral Homes and Funeral Services
Cemeteries and Crematories
Dental Laboratories
Medical Laboratories
Diagnostic Imaging Centers
Home Health Care Services
Nursing Care Facilities
Residential Mental Retardation Facilities
Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities
Home Health Equipment Rental
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
Homes for the Elderly
Other Residential Care Facilities
Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals
Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
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Cluster Name: Local UtilitiesCluster Code: 104Description:
Number of Industries 10
517110 Communications Services
517911 Communications Services
221122 Electric Power Distribition
221210 Natural Gas Distribution
454311 Heating Oil and Other Fuel Dealers
454319 Heating Oil and Other Fuel Dealers
454312 Liquefied Petroleum Retailing
221320 Sanitary Services
562212 Sanitary Services
562910 Sanitary Services
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Establishments in this cluster provide local communications services, energy distribution, as well as sanitary services for sewage and waste treatment.
Sewage Treatment Facilities
Solid Waste Landfill
Remediation Services
Telecommunications Resellers
Electric Power Distribution
Natural Gas Distribution
Heating Oil Dealers - Retail
Other Fuel Dealers - Retail
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Bottled Gas) Dealers
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Cluster Name: Local Logistical ServicesCluster Code: 105Description:
Number of Industries 17
485111 Local Passenger Transportation
485112 Local Passenger Transportation
485113 Local Passenger Transportation
485119 Local Passenger Transportation
485410 Local Passenger Transportation
485991 Local Passenger Transportation
621910 Local Passenger Transportation
484110 Local Transportation Services
484122 Local Transportation Services
484210 Local Transportation Services
484220 Local Transportation Services
492110 Local Transportation Services
492210 Local Transportation Services
562111 Local Transportation Services
531130 Warehousing Services
532120 Truck Leasing
532111 Passenger Car Rental
Mixed Mode Transit Systems
Commuter Rail Systems
Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing
Passenger Car Rental
Other Urban Transit Systems
School and Employee Bus Transportation
Special Needs Transportation
Ambulance Services
General Freight Trucking, Local
General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Less Than Truckload
Used Household and Office Goods Moving
Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local
Couriers
Local Messengers and Local Delivery
Solid Waste Collection
Lessors of Miniwarehouses and Self-Storage Units
This cluster primarily contains establishments that offer local passenger transportation and local transportation of freight and goods, including moving companies and couriers. This cluster also includes local storage facilities, truck and RV leasing, and passenger car rental services.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems
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Cluster Name: Local Household Goods and ServicesCluster Code: 106Description:
Number of Industries 15
561730 Landscape and Horticultural Services
811211 Electronics Repair
811213 Electronics Repair
443111 Appliance Retailing
423710 Hardware Wholesaling
444130 Hardware Retailing
444210 Gardening Products and Supplies Retailing
444220 Gardening Products and Supplies Retailing
453110 Gardening Products and Supplies Retailing
442110 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
442210 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
442291 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
442299 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
561740 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
811420 Furniture and Homefurnishings Retailing
This cluster contains local establishments and services designed to support individual households such as landscape services, electronics repair, as well as retail stores for appliances, hardware, gardening, and furniture.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
All Other Home Furnishings Stores
Reupholstery and Furniture Repair
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Services
Nursery, Garden Center, and Farm Supply Stores
Florists
Furniture Stores
Window Treatment Stores
Consumer Electronics Repair and Maintenance
Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Household Appliance Stores
Hardware Merchant Wholesalers
Hardware Stores
Outdoor Power Equipment Stores
Floor Covering Stores
Landscaping Services
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Cluster Name: Local Financial ServicesCluster Code: 107Description:
Number of Industries 6
522110 Deposit-taking Institutions
522130 Deposit-taking Institutions
524292 Pension, Health, and Welfare Funds
524210 Insurance Agents and Brokers
541213 Tax Return Preparation Services
561440 Collection Agencies
Commercial Banking
Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
Tax Preparation Services
Collection Agencies
Third Party Administration of Insurance and Pension Funds
This cluster contains local establishments that facilitate financial transactions for both businesses and individuals, such as deposit-taking institutions, third-party administrative services for pension and welfare funds, insurance agencies, tax preparation services, and payment collection agencies.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Credit Unions
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Cluster Name: Local Motor Vehicle Products and ServicesCluster Code: 108Description:
Number of Industries 26
423110 Automotive Wholesaling
441110 Automobile Dealers
441120 Automobile Dealers
441210 Other Motor Vehicles Distribution
441221 Other Motor Vehicles Distribution
441222 Other Motor Vehicles Distribution
441229 Other Motor Vehicles Distribution
453930 Other Motor Vehicles Distribution
811111 Automotive Repair Shops
811112 Automotive Repair Shops
811113 Automotive Repair Shops
811118 Automotive Repair Shops
811121 Automotive Repair Shops
811122 Automotive Repair Shops
447110 Gasoline Stations
447190 Gasoline Stations
812930 Parking Services
488410 Other Automotive Services
811191 Other Automotive Services
811192 Other Automotive Services
Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers
Establishments in this cluster consist of local motor vehicle wholesalers and dealers, as well as auto repair services, gas stations, parking lots, car washes, and vehicle towing.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
New Car Dealers
Used Car Dealers
Recreational Vehicle Dealers
Motorcycle Dealers
Boat Dealers
All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers
Manufactured (Mobile) Home Dealers
General Automotive Repair
Automotive Exhaust System Repair
Automotive Transmission Repair
Other Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance
Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance
Automotive Glass Replacement Shops
Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores
Other Gasoline Stations
Parking Lots and Garages
Motor Vehicle Towing
Automotive Oil Change and Lubrication Shops
Car Washes
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
811198 Other Automotive Services
423120 Automotive Parts Wholesaling
423130 Automotive Parts Wholesaling
423140 Automotive Parts Wholesaling
441310 Automotive Parts Retailing
441320 Automotive Parts RetailingTire Dealers
All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance
Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers
Tire and Tube Merchant Wholesalers
Motor Vehicle Parts (Used) Merchant Wholesalers
Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores
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Cluster Name: Local Retailing of Clothing and General MerchandiseCluster Code: 109Description:
Number of Industries 15
448110 Apparel Retailing
448120 Apparel Retailing
448130 Apparel Retailing
448140 Apparel Retailing
448150 Apparel Retailing
448190 Apparel Retailing
448210 Apparel Retailing
448310 Jewelry Retailing
452111 General Merchandise Retailing
452112 General Merchandise Retailing
452910 General Merchandise Retailing
452990 General Merchandise Retailing
453310 General Merchandise Retailing
451130 Sewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods Retailing
448320 Luggage Retailing
This cluster consists of local retail stores, department stores, and warehouse clubs that sell apparel, jewelry, luggage, sewing supplies, and general merchandise.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Sewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods Stores
Luggage and Leather Goods Stores
Used Merchandise Stores
Women's Clothing Stores
Children's and Infants' Clothing Stores
Family Clothing Stores
Clothing Accessories Stores
Other Clothing Stores
Shoe Stores
Jewelry Stores
Department Stores (except Discount Department Stores)
Discount Department Stores
Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters
All Other General Merchandise Stores
Men's Clothing Stores
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Cluster Name: Local Entertainment and MediaCluster Code: 110Description:
Number of Industries 15
511110 Newspapers
515111 Electronic Media
515112 Electronic Media
515120 Electronic Media
512131 Movie Theatres
451211 Book and Periodical Retailing
451212 Book and Periodical Retailing
451140 Music Retailing
451220 Music Retailing
451110 Sporting and Hobby Retailing
451120 Sporting and Hobby Retailing
532230 Video Rental
443112 Electronic and Photographic Retailing
443120 Electronic and Photographic Retailing
443130 Electronic and Photographic Retailing
Establishments in this cluster primarily sell or otherwise distribute various media locally. The cluster includes newspaper publishers, radio and TV broadcasting stations, and movie theaters. It also contains local retail establishments that sell or rent books, music, movies, sport and hobby goods, and electronics.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Radio Networks
Radio, Television, and Other Electronics Stores
Computer and Software Stores
Camera and Photographic Supplies Stores
Newspaper Publishers
News Dealers and Newsstands
Radio Stations
Television Broadcasting
Motion Picture Theaters (except Drive-Ins)
Book Stores
Musical Instrument and Supplies Stores
Prerecorded Tape, Compact Disc, and Record Stores
Sporting Goods Stores
Hobby, Toy, and Game Stores
Video Tape and Disc Rental
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Cluster Name: Local Hospitality EstablishmentsCluster Code: 111Description:
Number of Industries 12
722110 Hospitality Establishments
722211 Hospitality Establishments
722212 Hospitality Establishments
722213 Hospitality Establishments
722310 Hospitality Establishments
722320 Hospitality Establishments
722410 Hospitality Establishments
611620 Recreational Facilities and Instruction
713910 Recreational Facilities and Instruction
713940 Recreational Facilities and Instruction
713950 Recreational Facilities and Instruction
453220 Gifts and Souvenirs Retailing
Bowling Centers
Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores
Full-Service Restaurants
Establishments in this cluster primarily consist of local hospitality establishments that serve food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), as well as recreational facilities including country clubs, fitness clubs, and bowling centers. This cluster also contains gift and souvenir retail stores.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Caterers
Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages)
Sports and Recreation Instruction
Golf Courses and Country Clubs
Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
Limited-Service Restaurants
Cafeterias
Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
Food Service Contractors
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Cluster Name: Local Commercial ServicesCluster Code: 112Description:
Number of Industries 33
541110 Local Professional Services
541211 Local Professional Services
541219 Local Professional Services
541350 Local Professional Services
541620 Local Professional Services
561110 Local Professional Services
561320 Local Professional Services
561410 Local Professional Services
561431 Local Professional Services
561439 Local Professional Services
561491 Local Professional Services
561492 Local Professional Services
561990 Local Professional Services
323114 Commercial Photography, Printing and Signmaking
339950 Commercial Photography, Printing and Signmaking
541922 Commercial Photography, Printing and Signmaking
812320 Laundry and Linen Services
812331 Laundry and Linen Services
Offices of Lawyers
This cluster contains local professional establishments that provide legal services, accounting services, temporary help, and office administrative activities. This cluster also contains building support and security services, commercial printing and signmaking, professional laundry services (including drycleaning), testing laboratories, and office supply stores.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Offices of Certified Public Accountants
Other Accounting Services
Building Inspection Services
Environmental Consulting Services
Office Administrative Services
Temporary Help Services
Document Preparation Services
Private Mail Centers
Other Business Service Centers (including Copy Shops)
Repossession Services
Court Reporting and Stenotype Services
All Other Support Services
Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated)
Quick Printing
Sign Manufacturing
Commercial Photography
Linen Supply
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
812332 Laundry and Linen Services
561710 Building Support Services
561720 Building Support Services
561790 Building Support Services
561622 Miscellaneous Repair Services
811212 Miscellaneous Repair Services
811310 Miscellaneous Repair Services
811411 Miscellaneous Repair Services
811412 Miscellaneous Repair Services
561611 Security Services
561612 Security Services
561613 Security Services
561621 Security Services
541380 Testing Laboratories
453210 Stationery and Office Supply Retailing
Appliance Repair and Maintenance
Computer and Office Machine Repair and Maintenance
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
Home and Garden Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Armored Car Services
Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
Testing Laboratories
Office Supplies and Stationery Stores
Investigation Services
Security Guards and Patrol Services
Locksmiths
Industrial Launderers
Exterminating and Pest Control Services
Janitorial Services
Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings
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Cluster Name: Local Education and TrainingCluster Code: 113Description:
Number of Industries 5
611110 Elementary and Secondary Schools
611519 Job Training Services
624310 Job Training Services
611610 Recreational and Other Services
611692 Recreational and Other Services
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Fine Arts Schools
Automobile Driving Schools
Elementary and Secondary Schools
Establishments in this cluster include local educational institutions. These include schools for elementary and secondary education, technical and vocational training, fine arts instruction, as well as automobile driving.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Other Technical and Trade Schools
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Cluster Name: Local Community and Civic OrganizationsCluster Code: 114Description:
Number of Industries 19
813211 Trusts
624110 Social Service Organizations
624120 Social Service Organizations
624190 Social Service Organizations
624210 Social Service Organizations
624221 Social Service Organizations
624229 Social Service Organizations
624230 Social Service Organizations
813212 Social Service Organizations
813219 Social Service Organizations
813311 Social Service Organizations
813312 Social Service Organizations
813319 Social Service Organizations
813410 Social Service Organizations
813990 Social Service Organizations
813910 Business Associations
813930 Labor Organizations
813940 Political Organizations
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Grantmaking Foundations
Establishments in this cluster primarily consist of local social service organizations such as community food and housing services and advocacy organizations. This cluster also contains grantmaking foundations, business associations, and political and religious organizations.
Other Individual and Family Services
Community Food Services
Temporary Shelters
Other Community Housing Services
Labor Unions and Similar Labor Organizations
Child and Youth Services
Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
Political Organizations
Emergency and Other Relief Services
Voluntary Health Organizations
Other Grantmaking and Giving Services
Human Rights Organizations
Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations
Other Social Advocacy Organizations
Civic and Social Organizations
Other Similar Organizations (except Business, Professional, Labor, and Political Organizations)
Business Associations
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
813110 Religious OrganizationsReligious Organizations
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Cluster Name: Local Real Estate, Construction, and DevelopmentCluster Code: 115Description:
Number of Industries 52
531110 Real Estate Services
531120 Real Estate Services
531190 Real Estate Services
531210 Real Estate Services
531311 Real Estate Services
531312 Real Estate Services
531320 Real Estate Services
531390 Real Estate Services
541191 Real Estate Services
541370 Real Estate Services
236115 General Contractors
236116 General Contractors
236117 General Contractors
236118 General Contractors
236220 General Contractors
237210 Developers
238110 Specialty Contractors
238120 Specialty Contractors
Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings
Establishments in this cluster primarily provide local real estate services, general contracting, and specialty contracting for the building, purchasing, and renting of homes and related local infrastructure. This cluster also contain firms that support land development, concrete manufacturing, highway and street construction, as well as building equipment distribution.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)
Lessors of Other Real Estate Property
Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers
Residential Property Managers
Nonresidential Property Managers
Offices of Real Estate Appraisers
Other Activities Related to Real Estate
Title Abstract and Settlement Offices
Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services
New Single-Family Housing Construction (except Operative Builders)
New Multifamily Housing Construction (except Operative Builders)
New Housing Operative Builders
Residential Remodelers
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Land Subdivision
Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors
Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
238130 Specialty Contractors
238140 Specialty Contractors
238150 Specialty Contractors
238160 Specialty Contractors
238170 Specialty Contractors
238190 Specialty Contractors
238210 Specialty Contractors
238220 Specialty Contractors
238290 Specialty Contractors
238310 Specialty Contractors
238320 Specialty Contractors
238330 Specialty Contractors
238340 Specialty Contractors
238350 Specialty Contractors
238390 Specialty Contractors
238910 Specialty Contractors
238990 Specialty Contractors
332322 Specialty Contractors
337212 Specialty Contractors
562991 Specialty Contractors
237310 Highway and Street Construction
237110 Water and Sewer Line Construction
327320 Concrete Products
Framing Contractors
Masonry Contractors
Glass and Glazing Contractors
Roofing Contractors
Siding Contractors
Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
Electrical Contractors
Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
Other Building Equipment Contractors
Drywall and Insulation Contractors
Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
Flooring Contractors
Tile and Terrazzo Contractors
Finish Carpentry Contractors
Other Building Finishing Contractors
Site Preparation Contractors
All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing
Custom Architectural Woodwork and Millwork Manufacturing
Septic Tank and Related Services
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing
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NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
327390 Concrete Products
423310 Construction Materials Wholesaling
423320 Construction Materials Wholesaling
423330 Construction Materials Wholesaling
423390 Construction Materials Wholesaling
444110 Construction Materials Retailing
444120 Construction Materials Retailing
444190 Construction Materials Retailing
423720 Building Equipment Distribution
423730 Building Equipment Distribution
423740 Building Equipment DistributionRefrigeration Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers
Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Other Concrete Product Manufacturing
Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers
Other Building Material Dealers
Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers
Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers
Other Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers
Home Centers
Paint and Wallpaper Stores
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Cluster Name: Local Industrial Products and ServicesCluster Code: 116Description:
Number of Industries 6
811219 Industrial Repair Services
423930 Industrial Products and Services Wholesaling
423990 Industrial Products and Services Wholesaling
332710 Industrial Machinery and Distribution
532210 Miscellaneous Equipment Rental and Leasing
532310 Miscellaneous Equipment Rental and Leasing
Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers
Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Machine Shops
Consumer Electronics and Appliances Rental
General Rental Centers
Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
This cluster primarily consists of firms that provide maintenance, wholesaling, and distribution for local industrial goods and services. This cluster also includes consumer rental and leasing for electronics, appliances, and general equipment.
NAICS NAICS Name Subcluster Name
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Summary of Local Cluster Descriptions
Cluster Code Cluster Name Description
101Local Food and Beverage Processing and Distribution
This cluster contains firms that sell food and beverages at the wholesale and retail levels. Products sold include meat, seafood, fruit and vegetables, general groceries, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and specialty foods. The cluster also includes related distribution methods such as vending and direct selling.
102Local Personal Services (Non-Medical)
Establishments in this cluster provide local personal services including self-service laundry, hair care, photofinishing, repair services, and child care. This cluster also contains pet stores and retail stores for certain personal merchandise such as cosmetics.
103 Local Health ServicesFirms in this cluster include local health care establishments and services such as hospitals, medical laboratories, home and residential care, and funeral services and crematories. This cluster also includes pharmacies and optical goods retail stores.
104 Local UtilitiesEstablishments in this cluster provide local communications services, energy distribution, as well as sanitary services for sewage and waste treatment.
105 Local Logistical Services
This cluster primarily contains establishments that offer local passenger transportation and local transportation of freight and goods, including moving companies and couriers. This cluster also includes local storage facilities, truck and RV leasing, and passenger car rental services.
106Local Household Goods and Services
This cluster contains local establishments and services designed to support individual households such as landscape services, electronics repair, as well as retail stores for appliances, hardware, gardening, and furniture.
107 Local Financial Services
This cluster contains local establishments that facilitate financial transactions for both businesses and individuals, such as deposit-taking institutions, third-party administrative services for pension and welfare funds, insurance agencies, tax preparation services, and payment collection agencies.
108Local Motor Vehicle Products and Services
Establishments in this cluster consist of local motor vehicle wholesalers and dealers, as well as auto repair services, gas stations, parking lots, car washes, and vehicle towing.
109Local Retailing of Clothing and General Merchandise
This cluster consists of local retail stores, department stores, and warehouse clubs that sell apparel, jewelry, luggage, sewing supplies, and general merchandise.
110Local Entertainment and Media
Establishments in this cluster primarily sell or otherwise distribute various media locally. The cluster includes newspaper publishers, radio and TV broadcasting stations, and movie theaters. It also contains local retail establishments that sell or rent books, music, movies, sport and hobby goods, and electronics.
111Local Hospitality Establishments
Establishments in this cluster primarily consist of local hospitality establishments that serve food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), as well as recreational facilities including country clubs, fitness clubs, and bowling centers. This cluster also contains gift and souvenir retail stores.
112Local Commercial Services
This cluster contains local professional establishments that provide legal services, accounting services, temporary help, and office administrative activities. This cluster also contains building support and security services, commercial printing and signmaking, professional laundry services (including drycleaning), testing laboratories, and office supply stores.
113Local Education and Training
Establishments in this cluster include local educational institutions. These include schools for elementary and secondary education, technical and vocational training, fine arts instruction, as well as automobile driving.
114Local Community and Civic Organizations
Establishments in this cluster primarily consist of local social service organizations such as community food and housing services and advocacy organizations. This cluster also contains grantmaking foundations, business associations, and political and religious organizations.
115Local Real Estate, Construction, and Development
Establishments in this cluster primarily provide local real estate services, general contracting, and specialty contracting for the building, purchasing, and renting of homes and related local infrastructure. This cluster also contain firms that support land development, concrete manufacturing, highway and street construction, as well as building equipment distribution.
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Summary of Local Cluster Descriptions
Cluster Code Cluster Name Description
116Local Industrial Products and Services
This cluster primarily consists of firms that provide maintenance, wholesaling, and distribution for local industrial goods and services. This cluster also includes consumer rental and leasing for electronics, appliances, and general equipment.
* Mercedes Delgado (Temple University and Harvard Business School, Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness; [email protected]; to whom correspondence should be addressed), Michael E. Porter (Harvard Business School; [email protected]), and Scott Stern (MIT Sloan and NBER; [email protected]).
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