NAICS 336214 Quarterly Industry Report
Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing
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NAICS Code: 336214Sector: 33Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This Fair Market Value industry report for NAICS 336214 draws on verified data from the U.S. Census Bureau[5], Bureau of Labor Statistics[6], and the Small Business Administration[7]. Our research team compiles establishment counts, employment data, and SBA eligibility criteria specific to travel trailer and camper manufacturing. Reports are updated quarterly to reflect new Census releases and regulatory changes.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the travel trailer and camper manufacturing industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing (NAICS 336214) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing travel trailers and campers designed to be towed or mounted on motor vehicles for recreational travel and temporary living. Products include conventional travel trailers, fifth wheel trailers with raised gooseneck hitching, toy hauler trailers with integrated cargo garages, expandable pop-up and folding camping trailers, truck campers that mount in pickup beds, and teardrop and lightweight trailers for compact towing. The U.S. Census Bureau[5] classifies this industry under motor vehicle body and trailer manufacturing.
Roughly 580 active businesses employ an estimated 43,200 workers in this industry, making it the largest employment category within the RV manufacturing sector. Fifth wheel and conventional travel trailers generate the majority of production volume, with unit prices ranging from under $20,000 for basic models to over $100,000 for luxury residential-style fifth wheels. Demand is cyclical, responding to consumer confidence, interest rates for RV lending, and fuel prices that affect towing costs.
Manufacturing processes mirror residential construction methods more than automotive production. Assembly stations build frames from welded steel I-beam or C-channel chassis, followed by floor decking, wall framing with aluminum studs, exterior panel lamination or aluminum skin application, roof construction, interior finishing, and appliance installation. NFPA 1192 and RVIA standards govern construction practices. Elkhart County, Indiana dominates domestic production with hundreds of travel trailer plants and component suppliers operating within a concentrated geographic area. This cluster creates supply chain efficiencies but also concentrates economic vulnerability to RV demand cycles. Lightweight construction using composite materials and aerodynamic designs appeal to owners of half-ton pickup trucks seeking towable options below 7,000 pounds dry weight.
What's Included in This Industry
- Conventional travel trailer manufacturing
- Fifth wheel trailer production
- Toy hauler trailer manufacturing
- Pop-up and folding camping trailer production
- Truck camper manufacturing for pickup beds
- Teardrop and lightweight trailer production
- Travel trailer interior cabinetry and finishing
- Trailer chassis and frame welding
- RV plumbing and electrical system installation
- Park model RV manufacturing
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Subsector | Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | 336 |
| Industry Group | Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing | 3362 |
| NAICS Industry | Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing | 33621 |
| National Industry | Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing | 336214 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 336213 | Motor Home Manufacturing | Manufactures self-propelled motor homes with integrated chassis rather than the towable travel trailers and truck campers without engines produced in this classification |
| 336212 | Truck Trailer Manufacturing | Produces commercial truck trailers for freight transportation rather than the recreational travel trailers built with living accommodations manufactured here |
| 336211 | Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing | Manufactures commercial truck bodies and bus bodies rather than the recreational trailer bodies with sleeping, cooking, and bathroom facilities produced in this industry |
| 321992 | Prefabricated Wood Building Manufacturing | Manufactures prefabricated wood buildings and mobile homes for permanent or semi-permanent placement rather than the highway-towable recreational trailers produced here |
| 337110 | Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing | Produces wood kitchen cabinets and countertops as components supplied to travel trailer assembly plants rather than the complete recreational trailers manufactured here |
| 336999 | All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | Manufactures other transportation equipment not classified elsewhere, distinguished from the specific recreational travel trailer products covered by this dedicated code |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indiana | 17.8% | 126 |
| 2 | California | 8.0% | 57 |
| 3 | Texas | 6.9% | 49 |
| 4 | Georgia | 5.1% | 36 |
| 5 | Oregon | 4.1% | 29 |
| 6 | Florida | 3.5% | 25 |
| 7 | Tennessee | 3.5% | 25 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 3.4% | 24 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | 3.4% | 24 |
| 10 | Ohio | 3.2% | 23 |
% Of Establishments
0%
18%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
32
Total SBA Loans
$20.1M
Total Loan Volume
$628K
Average Loan Size
13 yrs
Average Loan Term
9.13%
Average Interest Rate
232
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: The SBA[7] sets the size standard for NAICS 336214 at 1,000 employees. Firms below this threshold qualify for small business set-aside contracts and SBA-backed lending programs. Federal procurement of travel trailers is limited, though FEMA purchases park model and travel trailer units for temporary disaster housing. The SBA's contracting programs[8] support manufacturers pursuing FEMA emergency housing and National Guard field support contracts. Eligible businesses can access SBA 7(a) loans[9] for working capital, equipment, and acquisition financing, while 504 loans[10] support major fixed-asset purchases including real estate and heavy machinery.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Decatur County Bank | 8 | $10.2M | $1.3M |
| 2 | The Huntington National Bank | 16 | $8.7M | $543K |
| 3 | Zions Bank, A Division of | 8 | $1.2M | $150K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses are classified under NAICS 336214?
Manufacturers of towable recreational trailers and truck campers classify here. Products include travel trailers, fifth wheel trailers, toy haulers, pop-up campers, truck campers, teardrop trailers, and park model RVs per the Census Bureau[5] classification.
How is the travel trailer manufacturing industry structured?
Roughly 580 businesses employ an estimated 43,200 workers per Census data[11]. Thor Industries and subsidiaries control substantial market share while dozens of mid-size and startup brands compete across conventional, fifth wheel, and lightweight trailer segments in a highly cyclical consumer market.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 336214?
The SBA[7] sets the threshold at 1,000 employees. Businesses with fewer than 1,000 average employees qualify as small for federal contracting preferences and SBA-backed financing programs including 7(a) and 504 loans.
What NAICS codes are related to travel trailer manufacturing?
Related codes include 336213 (Motor Homes), 336212 (Truck Trailers), 336211 (Vehicle Bodies), 321992 (Prefab Buildings), 337110 (Kitchen Cabinets), and 336999 (Other Transportation Equipment). Each covers either self-propelled RVs, commercial trailers, or component manufacturing distinct from towable recreational trailers.
What industries interact with travel trailer manufacturers?
Motor home producers, RV dealers, campground operators, cabinet manufacturers, and household appliance makers interact most directly. Shared suppliers in the Elkhart County cluster create tight interdependencies between trailer builders and their component supply chain for everything from chassis to appliances.
What activities are included in NAICS 336214?
Activities include welding steel trailer chassis frames, framing walls and roofs with aluminum studs, laminating exterior sidewall panels, installing interior cabinetry and countertops, plumbing fresh water and holding tank systems, wiring 12-volt and 120-volt electrical circuits, mounting LP gas appliances and HVAC units, and constructing slide-out room mechanisms for expandable floor plans.
Can travel trailer manufacturers qualify for SBA loans?
Yes, firms below 1,000 employees qualify for SBA lending programs[8] including 7(a) and 504 loans. Frame welding jigs, sidewall lamination presses, CNC router tables for cabinetry, and paint booth systems represent capital investments suited to SBA 504 equipment financing.
Where are travel trailer manufacturers concentrated?
Elkhart County, Indiana and surrounding communities in northern Indiana produce the overwhelming majority of domestic travel trailers. This concentration dates to the 1930s and has deepened through decades of supplier clustering. Additional production facilities operate in Oregon, Texas, and Alabama, though Indiana manufacturers benefit from proximity to hundreds of specialized component suppliers that cannot be replicated easily in other locations.
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 census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [8]SBA's contracting programs sba.gov
- [9]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [10]504 loans sba.gov
- [11]Census data naicslist.com
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