NAICS 334111 Quarterly Industry Report
Electronic Computer Manufacturing
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NAICS Code: 334111Sector: 33Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This Fair Market Value industry profile for NAICS 334111 draws on Census Bureau[5] establishment data, Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] sector employment statistics, and SBA[7] size standard tables for the electronic computer manufacturing sector. Our research team monitors federal procurement records and trade statistics relevant to domestic computer production. Quarterly updates ensure this NAICS 334111 profile reflects current Census data and regulatory changes.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the electronic computer manufacturing industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Electronic Computer Manufacturing (NAICS 334111) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing and assembling electronic computers, including personal computers, laptop computers, workstations, mainframes, servers, and supercomputers. Production involves integrating processors, coprocessors, memory modules, storage devices, and input/output systems into user-programmable computing platforms. This classification covers both complete system assembly and the design and manufacture of proprietary computer hardware architectures.
The U.S. Census Bureau[5] tracks hundreds of active establishments across this sector. Major domestic production focuses on enterprise server systems, high-performance computing clusters, and custom-configured workstations, while consumer PC assembly has largely shifted to contract manufacturers operating overseas. Remaining U.S. operations concentrate on defense computing systems, ruggedized military hardware, and data center server platforms where domestic production offers supply chain security and customization advantages.
Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6], the broader computer and electronic product manufacturing sector employs over one million workers nationally. Key occupations within electronic computer manufacturing include electrical engineers, computer hardware engineers, electronics assemblers, and quality assurance technicians. Silicon wafers, printed circuit boards, memory chips, power supplies, chassis components, and thermal management systems represent primary material inputs. Profit margins vary widely between commodity PC assembly and proprietary server or supercomputer manufacturing where proprietary engineering content and intellectual property command substantially premium pricing.
What's Included in This Industry
- Personal computer and desktop system manufacturing and assembly
- Laptop and notebook computer manufacturing for consumer and business markets
- Server and data center computing hardware manufacturing
- Workstation manufacturing for engineering, scientific, and creative applications
- Mainframe computer manufacturing for enterprise transaction processing
- Supercomputer and high-performance computing cluster production
- Ruggedized and military specification computer manufacturing
- Thin client and embedded computing platform manufacturing
- Custom-configured computer system assembly for government and defense
- Computer motherboard and system board manufacturing for proprietary designs
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Subsector | Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing | 334 |
| Industry Group | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | 3341 |
| NAICS Industry | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | 33411 |
| National Industry | Electronic Computer Manufacturing | 334111 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 334112 | Computer Storage Device Manufacturing | Manufactures computer storage devices including hard drives and solid-state drives that integrate into computer systems as primary data storage components |
| 334118 | Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | Produces computer terminals and peripheral equipment including monitors, keyboards, printers, and scanners sold alongside or bundled with computer systems |
| 334413 | Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing | Manufactures semiconductors and integrated circuits including microprocessors and memory chips that serve as core computing components inside electronic computers |
| 334418 | Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing | Produces printed circuit assemblies including motherboards, graphics cards, and controller boards used as building blocks in computer system manufacturing |
| 334510 | Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing | Manufactures electromedical and electrotherapeutic apparatus that incorporates embedded computing hardware for medical device control and data processing |
| 334220 | Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing | Produces broadcast and wireless communications equipment integrating computing platforms for signal processing and network management applications |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 28.1% | 57 |
| 2 | Texas | 11.8% | 24 |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6.9% | 14 |
| 4 | Florida | 6.4% | 13 |
| 5 | New York | 4.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Washington | 4.4% | 9 |
| 7 | Wisconsin | 3.9% | 8 |
| 8 | New Jersey | 3.5% | 7 |
| 9 | Colorado | 3.0% | 6 |
| 10 | South Carolina | 3.0% | 6 |
% Of Establishments
0%
28%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
48
Total SBA Loans
$13.9M
Total Loan Volume
$290K
Average Loan Size
10 yrs
Average Loan Term
10.89%
Average Interest Rate
312
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: The SBA[7] assigns NAICS 334111 a size standard of 1,250 employees, reflecting the presence of major technology corporations in this sector. Many domestic computer manufacturers focus on niche markets such as defense systems, ruggedized hardware, or custom server configurations and operate well below this threshold. Small businesses can access SBA 7(a) loans[8] for assembly equipment, testing infrastructure, and facility upgrades. Additionally, 504/CDC loans[9] provide long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets such as real estate and equipment.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeast Bank | 16 | $6.0M | $375K |
| 2 | JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 8 | $2.4M | $300K |
| 2 | Lendistry SBLC, LLC | 8 | $2.4M | $300K |
| 4 | Live Oak Banking Company | 8 | $2.0M | $253K |
| 5 | Central Bank | 8 | $1.1M | $135K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses manufacture electronic computers?
Computer manufacturers range from global technology corporations producing millions of consumer PCs annually to specialized domestic firms building ruggedized military systems, custom server platforms, or high-performance computing clusters. Some companies design proprietary processor architectures. Others assemble white-label systems using standard components. Defense-focused manufacturers build ITAR-compliant computing hardware requiring domestic production. Contract manufacturers assemble systems to client specifications under private-label arrangements for brand-name technology companies.
How is the electronic computer manufacturing industry structured?
The U.S. Census Bureau[5] tracks hundreds of establishments in NAICS 334111. A small number of major corporations dominate global PC and server production by volume. Dozens of mid-size domestic firms focus on government, defense, and enterprise server segments where customization and security clearance requirements favor U.S.-based manufacturing. Smaller companies produce specialty computing hardware for industrial control, scientific instrumentation, and embedded applications requiring ruggedized or extended-lifecycle designs.
What is the SBA size standard for electronic computer manufacturers?
The SBA[7] sets the size standard at 1,250 employees for NAICS 334111. Many domestic computer manufacturers focused on defense, embedded systems, or custom server hardware operate below this threshold and qualify as small businesses for federal procurement preferences and SBA-guaranteed financing programs.
What NAICS codes are related to electronic computer manufacturing?
Computer storage device manufacturing (334112) covers hard drives and SSDs. Peripheral equipment manufacturing (334118) includes monitors, printers, and input devices. Per the Census Bureau[10], semiconductor manufacturing (334413) produces processors and memory chips, while printed circuit assembly (334418) makes the motherboards and controller cards integrated into finished computer systems.
What industries are major buyers of manufactured computers?
Computer wholesalers (423430) distribute systems to business and government customers. Data center operators (518210) purchase servers in volume for cloud infrastructure. Systems integrators (541512) specify and deploy custom-configured computing hardware. According to the BLS[6], federal government agencies remain significant buyers of domestically manufactured computers, particularly for defense and intelligence applications requiring supply chain security.
What products and activities does NAICS 334111 include?
This classification covers manufacturing and assembly of desktop computers, laptop computers, servers, workstations, mainframes, supercomputers, thin clients, ruggedized computers, and embedded computing platforms. Production activities include printed circuit board population, processor and memory installation, power supply integration, chassis assembly, thermal management system installation, BIOS programming, burn-in testing, and quality assurance validation before shipping.
Can electronic computer manufacturers access SBA financing?
Manufacturers with fewer than 1,250 employees qualify for SBA loan programs[11] including 7(a) general purpose loans and 504 fixed-asset financing. Common applications include purchasing surface mount assembly equipment, automated test systems, environmental stress screening chambers, and expanding clean room production areas. Working capital lines support component inventory procurement for processors, memory, and printed circuit boards.
Where is electronic computer manufacturing concentrated in the United States?
Computer manufacturing clusters in technology corridors including the San Francisco Bay Area, Austin, Research Triangle in North Carolina, and northern Virginia according to Census geographic data[12]. Defense-focused computer manufacturers operate near military installations in Maryland, Colorado, and Alabama. Server and data center hardware production exists across multiple states where proximity to semiconductor suppliers and skilled electronics assembly labor influences facility placement.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [5]U.S. Census Bureau data.census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]SBA sba.gov
- [8]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [9]504/CDC loans sba.gov
- [10]Census Bureau census.gov
- [11]SBA loan programs sba.gov
- [12]Census geographic data census.gov
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