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Large City Economies

Large City Economies: An Overview

This section provides a detailed examination of the economic activities prevalent in large cities. The focus is on various sectors, including software publishing, finance, and other high-wage activities. Below are the tables summarizing these distributions and activities.

Large City Economies I

Large City Economies I

  • Activities:
    • NAICS 5112: Software publishers
    • NAICS 5181: ISPs and web search portals
    • NAICS 5182: Data processing, hosting, and related services
    • NAICS 5415: Computer systems design and related services
    • NAICS 5417: Scientific research and development services
    • NAICS 5612: Facilities support services
    • NAICS 5619: Other support services
    • NAICS 6114: Business, computer, and management training

For an interactive exploration, visit the LINK TO INTERACTIVE MAP.

Large City Economies II

Large City Economies II

  • Activities:
    • NAICS 51: Information
    • NAICS 52: Finance and insurance
    • NAICS 53: Real estate and rental and leasing
    • NAICS 54: Professional and technical services

Explore further with the LINK TO INTERACTIVE MAP.

Other High Wage Activities

Other High Wage Activities

  • Activities:
    • NAICS 51: Information
    • NAICS 52: Finance and insurance
    • NAICS 53: Real estate and rental and leasing
    • NAICS 54: Professional and technical services

For more details, access the LINK TO INTERACTIVE MAP.


These tables provide a snapshot of the economic landscape in large cities, highlighting key sectors and their contributions to urban economies.