NAICS 713910 Quarterly Industry Report
Golf Courses and Country Clubs
Comprehensive industry research for valuation professionals, business owners, buyers, and lenders
NAICS Code: 713910Sector: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
Fair Market Value compiles this NAICS 713910 industry report using data from the U.S. Census Bureau[7], the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6], and the Small Business Administration[8]. Our research team analyzes rounds played, revenue per round, and membership retention metrics to build valuation benchmarks for golf course operations. This report on NAICS 713910 is updated quarterly to reflect participation trends and seasonal revenue patterns.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the golf courses and country clubs industry.
NAICS Sector
71
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Industry Definition & Overview
Golf Courses and Country Clubs (NAICS 713910) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in operating golf courses, country clubs, and golf driving ranges. These facilities provide access to golf playing privileges through daily green fees, membership dues, and seasonal passes, with additional revenue from cart rentals, pro shop merchandise sales, food and beverage operations, banquet and event hosting, and golf instruction programs.
Private country clubs operate on a membership model requiring initiation fees and monthly dues that fund course maintenance, clubhouse operations, dining, pool, tennis, and social programming. Daily-fee and public courses serve non-member players on a per-round basis. Municipal courses are owned by local governments and typically charge lower fees than private alternatives. Resort courses bundle golf with hotel stays at destination properties. Revenue from weddings, corporate outings, and banquet events provides a crucial supplemental income stream at many clubs.
The Census Bureau[5] tracks golf course revenue within the recreation sector. Market Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] reports employment for groundskeepers, golf professionals, food service staff, and club managers. Courses require substantial acreage and ongoing maintenance investment in irrigation, turf management, and equipment. Geographic distribution is nationwide, with the highest course densities in Florida, California, Arizona, the Carolinas, and the upper Midwest. Seasonal closures in northern states concentrate revenue into a shorter operating window.
What's Included in This Industry
- Golf course operations and tee time management
- Country club membership administration and programming
- Golf driving range and practice facility operations
- Pro shop retail merchandise sales
- Golf cart fleet management and rental
- Golf instruction and lesson programs
- Clubhouse food and beverage service
- Banquet and event hosting services
- Turf management and course maintenance
- Tournament and corporate outing coordination
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 71 |
| Subsector | Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries | 713 |
| Industry Group | Other Amusement and Recreation Industries | 7139 |
| NAICS Industry | Golf Courses and Country Clubs | 71391 |
| National Industry | Golf Courses and Country Clubs | 713910 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 713940 | Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers | Fitness centers compete for health and recreation membership dues and share the active lifestyle consumer demographic with country clubs |
| 713990 | All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries | Other recreation industries including miniature golf and driving entertainment venues compete for casual golf-related leisure spending |
| 722511 | Full-Service Restaurants | Full-service restaurants operate within clubhouses and pro shops, providing food and beverage revenue that supports overall facility economics |
| 721110 | Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels | Hotels and resorts partner with or own golf courses, packaging tee times with overnight accommodations for destination golf travelers |
| 561730 | Landscaping Services | Landscaping services provide contract turf maintenance, tree care, and irrigation support for courses that outsource grounds management |
| 339920 | Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing | Sporting goods manufacturers produce golf clubs, balls, and accessories sold through pro shops and driving ranges at course facilities |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florida | 6.3% | 631 |
| 2 | New York | 6.2% | 628 |
| 3 | California | 6.0% | 605 |
| 4 | Michigan | 5.3% | 530 |
| 5 | Texas | 4.8% | 489 |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | 4.7% | 478 |
| 7 | Ohio | 4.5% | 453 |
| 8 | Illinois | 3.9% | 389 |
| 9 | Wisconsin | 3.5% | 351 |
| 10 | North Carolina | 3.5% | 349 |
% Of Establishments
0%
6%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
368
Total SBA Loans
$225.4M
Total Loan Volume
$612K
Average Loan Size
12 yrs
Average Loan Term
10.03%
Average Interest Rate
5,912
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: The SBA size standard[9] for NAICS 713910 is $19 million in average annual receipts, classifying facilities below this revenue threshold as small businesses for federal programs. Golf operators can access SBA 7(a) loans[10] for equipment, irrigation systems, and working capital, while SBA 504 loans[11] support course property and clubhouse acquisition. Most daily-fee courses and smaller country clubs qualify as small businesses.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newtek Bank, National Association | 48 | $63.7M | $1.3M |
| 2 | Northwest Bank | 16 | $22.4M | $1.4M |
| 3 | U.S. Bank, National Association | 8 | $20.0M | $2.5M |
| 4 | Brookline Bank, a Division of Beacon Bank and Trust | 16 | $18.0M | $1.1M |
| 5 | German American Bank | 16 | $17.7M | $1.1M |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses fall under NAICS 713910?
NAICS 713910 covers golf course and country club operators. This includes private member-owned clubs, daily-fee public courses, municipal golf facilities, resort golf operations, standalone driving ranges, and par-3 courses.
How is NAICS 713910 different from 713990?
NAICS 713910 specifically covers golf courses and country clubs, while 713990 covers other recreation activities like miniature golf, go-karts, and batting cages. Full-size golf courses are in 713910; entertainment-oriented golf alternatives fall under 713990, per Census Bureau classifications[12].
What is the SBA size standard for golf courses?
The SBA sets the size standard for NAICS 713910 at $19 million in average annual receipts. Facilities below this threshold qualify as small businesses, per the SBA size standards table[9].
What NAICS codes are related to golf courses?
Related codes include 713940 (fitness centers), 713990 (other recreation), 722511 (restaurants), 721110 (hotels), 561730 (landscaping), and 339920 (sporting goods). Each connects through competition, hospitality, or maintenance.
What industries are closely related to golf?
Closely related industries include fitness clubs (713940), food service (722511), resort hotels (721110), grounds maintenance (561730), and golf equipment manufacturing (339920).
What activities are included in golf operations?
Activities include tee time management, membership programs, cart rentals, pro shop sales, golf instruction, clubhouse dining, banquet hosting, turf maintenance, and tournament coordination. The Census Bureau[5] tracks golf course revenue.
Can golf courses get SBA loans?
Where are golf courses concentrated?
Florida, California, and Arizona host the highest course counts due to year-round playing weather. The Carolinas, Texas, and upper Midwest (Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin) also maintain high densities, per Census Bureau County Business Patterns[13].
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]Census Bureau data.census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [8]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [9]SBA size standard sba.gov
- [10]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [11]SBA 504 loans sba.gov
- [12]Census Bureau classifications census.gov
- [13]Census Bureau County Business Patterns census.gov
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