A classification of a group of companies that are related in terms of their primary business activities. CLEAR classifies industries by their 2017 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes, though industry definitions can vary by study. Other categories will be added as they are studied.
Glossary
Firm Characteristics
- Industry
- Construction
NAICS code 23
- Information
NAICS code 51
- Manufacturing
NAICS codes 31–33
- Size
The number of employees in a firm
- Small business
A business that is limited in size and revenue. The definition varies by industry.
Target population
- Low income
Having lower levels of earnings or other income than other members of the population. Often, people classified as low-income live at or near the federal poverty level or have insufficient resources to cover basic expenses. This category typically includes recipients of public assistance and people who earn minimum wage. Definitions of low income vary by study.
- Parent
A person with a child or children
- Veteran or military
Classification of a person who currently serves or previously served in the military
Geographic Setting
- International
Studies conducted outside of the United States or studies that include the United States in addition to other countries