NAICS 924110 Quarterly Industry Report
Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Programs
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NAICS Code: 924110Sector: Public Administration (92)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This industry profile for Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (NAICS 924110) draws on data from the EPA[1], Census Bureau[2], and the SBA[4]. Fair Market Value analysts examine environmental regulatory budgets, staffing levels, and enforcement data specific to NAICS 924110. Additional data is drawn from Bureau of Labor Statistics[5].. Quarterly updates reflect changes in environmental regulations, funding levels, and compliance requirements.
Industry Definition & Overview
Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (NAICS 924110) encompasses government establishments primarily engaged in administering, planning, and coordinating programs for air pollution control, water resources, flood control, drainage, and solid waste management. This classification covers the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, state environmental quality agencies, and local solid waste and water resource management offices. Establishments that directly operate water treatment plants or waste collection services are excluded.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency[1] sets national standards for air and water quality under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, enforcing regulations through a network of 10 regional offices. State environmental agencies implement federal programs through delegation agreements and add state-specific regulations. Local governments manage solid waste programs, stormwater permits, and recycling mandates, with county and municipal offices serving as the primary regulatory contact for businesses and residents.
Environmental program employment includes air quality analysts, water resource engineers, solid waste planners, and compliance inspectors. The Census Bureau's ASPEP survey[2] tracks natural resources employment as a government function, while the Bureau of Labor Statistics[3] provides occupational detail on environmental scientists and compliance officers working in government. Federal environmental spending exceeds $10 billion annually through the EPA alone, with state and local governments adding billions more in their own environmental program budgets and infrastructure investments.
What's Included in This Industry
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency offices
- State environmental quality and protection agencies
- Air quality management districts and offices
- Water resource planning and management agencies
- Solid waste management program offices
- Flood control and drainage administration offices
- Recycling program administration agencies
- Stormwater management program offices
- Wastewater discharge permit administration
- Hazardous waste regulatory offices
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public Administration | 92 |
| Subsector | Administration of Environmental Quality Programs | 924 |
| Industry Group | Administration of Environmental Quality Programs | 9241 |
| NAICS Industry | Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs | 92411 |
| National Industry | Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs | 924110 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 924120 | Administration of Conservation Programs | Conservation program offices that manage land, wildlife, and natural resource protection, complementing the air, water, and waste focus of 924110 agencies |
| 923120 | Administration of Public Health Programs | Public health administration offices that coordinate with environmental agencies on water quality, air pollution health impacts, and hazardous substance exposure |
| 926130 | Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities | Utility regulation offices that oversee electric, gas, and water utilities whose operations intersect with air quality and water resource management programs |
| 921120 | Legislative Bodies | Legislative bodies that pass environmental protection laws, set emissions standards, and authorize funding for pollution control and waste management programs |
| 921110 | Executive Offices | Executive offices that appoint EPA administrators, set environmental policy priorities, and issue executive orders on climate and pollution control |
| 922160 | Fire Protection | Fire protection agencies that coordinate with environmental offices on hazardous materials response, wildfire smoke management, and prescribed burn permits |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of agencies are classified under NAICS 924110?
NAICS 924110 covers government agencies administering air quality, water resource, and solid waste programs, including the EPA, state environmental agencies, air quality districts, and local solid waste offices. The Census Bureau[8] excludes agencies that directly operate treatment plants or collection services.
How are environmental programs organized across government levels?
The EPA sets national standards and operates 10 regional offices. States implement federal programs through delegation while adding state regulations. Local governments handle solid waste management, stormwater permits, and recycling programs, often through dedicated county or municipal departments.
Does the SBA set a size standard for NAICS 924110?
No. The SBA[9] does not assign size standards to Sector 92 codes because they cover government establishments. Private environmental firms use their own NAICS codes for SBA program eligibility.
What NAICS codes are closely related to 924110?
Related codes include 924120 (Conservation Programs), 923120 (Public Health Programs), 926130 (Utility Regulation), and 922160 (Fire Protection). The Census Bureau[10] groups environmental and conservation programs under Subsector 9241.
What private-sector industries commonly serve environmental agencies?
Environmental consultants (NAICS 541620), engineering firms (NAICS 541330), testing labs (NAICS 541380), and IT vendors (NAICS 541512) are frequent contractors. Waste haulers, remediation companies, and air monitoring equipment manufacturers also serve this market.
What activities are included under NAICS 924110?
Activities include setting and enforcing air emission standards, issuing water discharge permits, managing solid waste regulations, overseeing recycling programs, administering Superfund cleanups, and coordinating flood control planning. The EPA[1] administers these functions at the federal level.
Can environmental firms serving government agencies qualify for SBA loans?
Where are environmental administration offices concentrated?
EPA headquarters is in Washington, D.C., with 10 regional offices and additional field offices. Every state capital houses an environmental agency. Local solid waste and water quality offices are distributed across counties and municipalities nationwide, with larger programs in states like California, Texas, and New York.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Environmental Protection Agency epa.gov
- [2]Census Bureau's ASPEP survey census.gov
- [3]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [4]SBA sba.gov
- [5]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [6]7(a) loan program sba.gov
- [7]504 loan program sba.gov
- [8]Census Bureau census.gov
- [9]SBA sba.gov
- [10]Census Bureau census.gov
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