NAICS Code 485 - Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

NAICS 485 - Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

NAICS 48 - Transportation and Warehousing
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- NAICS 485 - Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  NAICS 481 - Air Transportation NAICS 482 - Rail Transportation NAICS 483 - Water Transportation NAICS 484 - Truck Transportation NAICS 485 - Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation NAICS 486 - Pipeline Transportation NAICS 487 - Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation NAICS 488 - Support Activities for Transportation NAICS 491 - Postal Service NAICS 492 - Couriers and Messengers NAICS 493 - Warehousing and Storage

Industries in the Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation subsector include a variety of passenger transportation activities,such as urban transit systems; chartered bus, school bus, and interurban bus transportation; and taxis. These activities are distinguished based primarily on such production process factors as vehicle types, routes, and schedules.

In this subsector, the principal splits identify scheduled transportation as separate from nonscheduled transportation. The scheduled transportation industry groups are Urban Transit Systems, Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation, and School and Employee Bus Transportation. The nonscheduled industry groups are the Charter Bus Industry and Taxi and Limousine Service. The Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation Industry group includes both scheduled and nonscheduled transportation.

Scenic and sightseeing ground transportation services are not included in this subsector but are included in Subsector 487, Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation. Sightseeing does not usually involve place-to-place transportation; the passenger's trip starts and ends at the same location.

Industry trends:

The Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation industry (NAICS 485) is undergoing significant transformations driven by several qualitative trends. One of the most notable trends is the rapid adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles. Environmental concerns and regulatory pressures are pushing transit companies to invest in greener technologies to reduce their carbon footprints.

Alongside this, the industry is seeing increased digitization and the use of sophisticated data analytics to optimize routes, improve scheduling, and enhance passenger experiences. Real-time tracking, mobile ticketing, and contactless payments are becoming standard features across many transit systems.

Another trend is the integration of ride-sharing and micro-mobility solutions, such as e-scooters and bike-sharing services, into traditional public transit networks. This multimodal approach aims to offer more flexible and convenient transportation options to passengers.

In the near future, we can expect the continued expansion of smart city initiatives to further integrate transit systems with urban infrastructure. Autonomous vehicles might also begin to play a more prominent role, though widespread adoption is still a few years away. Furthermore, the pandemic has accelerated the trend toward more personalized and on-demand transit services, which are likely to see sustained growth.