2002 NAICS Definitions

485112 Commuter Rail Systems

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating local and suburban commuter rail systems over regular routes and on a regular schedule within a metropolitan area and its adjacent nonurban areas. Commuter rail is usually characterized by reduced fares, multiple ride, and commutation tickets and mostly used by passengers during the morning and evening peak periods.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Operating local and suburban mass passenger transit systems using both commuter rail and another mode of transport--are classified in U.S. Industry 485111, Mixed Mode Transit Systems;
• Operating a subway system--are classified in U.S. Industry 485119, Other Urban Transit Systems; and
• Providing scenic and sightseeing transportation on land--are classified in Industry 487110, Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land.

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No change 1997 to 2002

2002 NAICS to 1987 SIC

1997 Economic Census

Bridge Between 1997 NAICS and SIC

2002 NAICS	1997 NAICS	1987 SIC	Corresponding Index Entries
485112	485112	4111	Commuter rail systems (except mixed mode)
485112	485112	4111	Local passenger rail systems (except mixed mode)
485112	485112	4111	Rail transportation (except mixed mode), commuter
485112	485112	4111	Railway systems (except mixed mode), commuter
485112	485112	4111	Suburban commuter rail systems (except mixed mode)
485112	485112	4111	Urban commuter rail systems (except mixed mode)

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