NAICS 926120 Quarterly Industry Report
Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs
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NAICS Code: 926120Sector: Public Administration (92)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This industry profile for Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs (NAICS 926120) draws on data from the U.S. Department of Transportation[1], Census Bureau[2], and the SBA[3]. Fair Market Value analysts examine transportation spending data, regulatory activity, and program administration trends specific to NAICS 926120. Additional data is drawn from Bureau of Labor Statistics[4].. Quarterly updates reflect changes in federal transportation authorization, state funding formulas, and regulatory requirements.
Industry Definition & Overview
Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs (NAICS 926120) encompasses government establishments primarily engaged in the administration, regulation, licensing, planning, and inspection of transportation services and facilities. This classification covers the U.S. Department of Transportation and its sub-agencies, state departments of transportation, metropolitan planning organizations, and local transit authorities that administer programs rather than directly operate vehicles. Federal motor carrier safety, pipeline safety, and transportation security also fall within this code.
The U.S. Department of Transportation[1] oversees federal highway, aviation, rail, transit, pipeline, and maritime programs through agencies including the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and Federal Transit Administration. State DOTs manage highway construction programs, distribute federal transportation funds, and regulate motor carriers. Metropolitan planning organizations coordinate regional transportation planning for urbanized areas, allocating federal funding across highway and transit projects.
Transportation program employment includes transportation planners, safety inspectors, grant administrators, and regulatory compliance specialists. The Census Bureau's ASPEP survey[2] tracks transportation as a government function. Federal surface transportation spending exceeds $60 billion annually through Highway Trust Fund authorizations and transit formula grants. State DOTs manage additional billions from state fuel taxes and registration fees. Aviation trust fund revenues, pipeline safety fees, and maritime program appropriations add further layers to this multi-modal regulatory and administrative framework.
What's Included in This Industry
- U.S. Department of Transportation headquarters and modal agencies
- State departments of transportation
- Metropolitan planning organizations
- Federal Highway Administration offices
- Federal Aviation Administration offices and regions
- Federal Transit Administration program offices
- Motor carrier safety and vehicle inspection offices
- Pipeline and hazardous materials safety offices
- State driver licensing and vehicle registration agencies
- Port authority and maritime administration offices
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public Administration | 92 |
| Subsector | Administration of Economic Programs | 926 |
| Industry Group | Administration of Economic Programs | 9261 |
| NAICS Industry | Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs | 92612 |
| National Industry | Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs | 926120 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 926110 | Administration of General Economic Programs | General economic program offices that coordinate with transportation agencies on infrastructure investments supporting business development and commercial growth |
| 926130 | Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities | Utility regulation offices that share regulatory methodologies and coordinate with transportation agencies on pipeline safety and energy transportation issues |
| 925120 | Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development | Urban planning offices that work with transportation agencies on transit-oriented development, road network planning, and multimodal infrastructure projects |
| 924110 | Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs | Environmental management agencies that review transportation project impacts, issue air quality permits, and coordinate on stormwater management for road construction |
| 921120 | Legislative Bodies | Legislative bodies that authorize transportation funding bills, set fuel tax rates, and establish safety regulation frameworks for all transportation modes |
| 922120 | Police Protection | Police protection agencies that enforce traffic laws, conduct accident investigations, and coordinate with transportation safety programs on highway enforcement |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of agencies are classified under NAICS 926120?
NAICS 926120 covers government agencies administering transportation programs, including the U.S. DOT and its modal agencies, state DOTs, metropolitan planning organizations, and regulatory bodies for highways, aviation, transit, rail, and maritime. The Census Bureau[7] focuses on administration and regulation rather than direct vehicle operation.
How are transportation programs organized across government levels?
The U.S. DOT sets national policy through agencies like FHWA, FAA, and FTA. State DOTs manage highway construction and distribute federal funds. Metropolitan planning organizations allocate regional transportation funding. Local agencies handle street maintenance, transit planning, and parking regulation.
Does the SBA set a size standard for NAICS 926120?
No. The SBA[8] does not assign size standards to Sector 92 codes because they cover government entities. Private transportation service providers use their own NAICS codes for SBA program eligibility.
What NAICS codes are closely related to 926120?
Related codes include 926110 (Economic Programs), 926130 (Utility Regulation), 925120 (Urban Planning), and 924110 (Environmental Programs). The Census Bureau[9] groups transportation programs under the economic programs administration subsector.
What private-sector industries commonly serve transportation agencies?
Engineering firms (NAICS 541330), IT vendors (NAICS 541512), management consultants (NAICS 541611), and environmental consultants (NAICS 541620) are dominant contractors. Construction companies, inspection services, and traffic management technology providers also serve this market extensively.
What activities are included under NAICS 926120?
Activities include highway program administration, aviation safety regulation, transit grant distribution, motor carrier safety inspection, pipeline safety oversight, driver licensing, and regional transportation planning. The U.S. DOT[1] coordinates these functions through its modal agencies.
Can businesses serving transportation agencies qualify for SBA loans?
Where are transportation program offices concentrated?
U.S. DOT headquarters is in Washington, D.C., with FAA and FHWA regional offices in major cities. Every state capital houses a state DOT. Metropolitan planning organizations serve the 400-plus urbanized areas. Local transportation offices operate in counties and municipalities nationwide.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Department of Transportation transportation.gov
- [2]Census Bureau's ASPEP survey census.gov
- [3]SBA sba.gov
- [4]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [5]7(a) loan program sba.gov
- [6]504 loan program sba.gov
- [7]Census Bureau census.gov
- [8]SBA sba.gov
- [9]Census Bureau census.gov
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