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How Much Can Display Advertising Businesses Get in SBA Loans?

842 SBA loans totaling $243.3M have been approved for display advertising businesses (NAICS 541850). The average approved SBA loan is $289K, which is 15% below avg the $340K national average. 280 active lenders fund this industry with a 17.3% default rate on the matured 2018-2021 loan cohort.

Above average default risk17.3% vs 15.4% all-industry avg

At 17.3%, Display Advertising sits above the 15.4% all-industry SBA default rate (charged-off as a share of resolved loans) — above average default risk relative to other SBA industries. Lenders price this risk into rate and structure, which is why matching the file to the right lender matters.

Quick Answer

NAICS 541850 (Display Advertising) received 842 SBA loans worth $243.3M across 5+ states. Average loan $289K, average term 111 months, 17.3% default rate (resolved-loan basis).280 active SBA-approved lenders fund this industry. Most display advertising loans use the SBA 7(a) program. There are approximately 2,549 U.S. establishments in this industry (Census 2022).

842
Total SBA Loans
$243.3M
Total Volume
$289K
Avg Loan Size
15% below avg
280
Active Lenders
111 mo
Avg Term
15% below avg
4,597
Jobs Supported

Is SBA Lending Growing for Display Advertising?+130% growth

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$12.2M
$15.4M
$12.2M
$4.0M
$2.0M
$12.9M
$2.2M
$2.5M
$6.6M
$16.4M

Which SBA Program Do Display Advertising Businesses Use Most?

SBA 7(a)775 (92%)
SBA 50467 (8%)

What Is the Best SBA Loan for Display Advertising?

SBA 7(a)

The most widely used SBA program for display advertising businesses — flexible terms, multiple use cases

Industry avg loan: $289K
Typical term: 111 months
Historical avg rate: 7.07%
280+ lenders active in this industry
Default rate (2018–21 matured cohort): 17.3%

Where Are Display Advertising SBA Loans Most Common?

#1
CA
113 loans
$43.1M
#2
TX
68 loans
$12.6M
#3
NY
46 loans
$8.4M
#4
MN
45 loans
$13.1M
#5
FL
41 loans
$20.3M

Top SBA Lenders for Display Advertising

These banks have funded the most SBA loans for display advertising businesses (NAICS 541850). PeerSense routes deals to lenders with proven appetite in your industry.

#LenderLoansVolume
1JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association(OH)75$6.2M
2Wells Fargo Bank National Association(SD)53$12.5M
3Bank of America, National Association(NC)42$8.5M
4U.S. Bank, National Association(OH)37$8.6M
5The Huntington National Bank(OH)23$5.8M

Display Advertising Industry Context

U.S. Establishments
2,549
U.S. Census Bureau · 2022
U.S. Employment
22,385,000
BLS · 2026
SBA Penetration
33.03%
SBA loans per establishment

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Retainers

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How Does SBA Lending Work for Display Advertising Businesses?

Across all SBA loan programs, 842 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 541850 (Display Advertising), representing $243.3M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $289K is 15% below avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 111 months.

SBA lending for display advertising is accelerating — loan volume has grown approximately 130% over recent fiscal years. This upward trajectory suggests expanding access to capital and growing lender confidence in this sector. Peak activity occurred in FY2017.

The industry sees a balanced mix of SBA programs, with 8% of loans using the 504 program for fixed asset acquisition and the majority using 7(a) for its flexibility across working capital, equipment, and business acquisition uses. SBA 7(a) loans offer up to $5M with terms up to 25 years for real estate.

PeerSense specializes in matching display advertising business owners with the capital sources most likely to approve their specific deal structure. As an advisory firm (not a lender), we structure your deal across our network of 500+ SBA-approved lenders to find the best terms — our referral fee is established upfront and paid at closing. No retainers.

Frequently Asked Questions — Display Advertising SBA Loans

What is the average SBA loan size for display advertising businesses?
Based on 842 approved SBA loans, the average loan size for display advertising (NAICS 541850) is $289K. This compares to the national SBA average of $340K across all industries.
Which SBA loan program is best for a display advertising business?
SBA 7(a) is the most commonly used SBA program for display advertising businesses. The most widely used SBA program for display advertising businesses — flexible terms, multiple use cases. PeerSense can analyze your specific deal to determine the optimal program.
How many lenders fund SBA loans for display advertising?
280 different SBA-approved lenders have funded loans in this industry. Not all lenders are equally active in every industry — PeerSense matches your deal with lenders who have experience and appetite in the display advertising sector.
What states have the most SBA lending for display advertising?
CA leads with 113 SBA loans and $43.1M in total volume for display advertising businesses. TX, NY, MN also show strong lending activity in this sector.
How does PeerSense help display advertising businesses get SBA loans?
PeerSense is a capital advisory firm — not a lender. We analyze your deal (loan amount, down payment, business financials) and match you with SBA-approved lenders experienced in the display advertising industry. Our referral fee is established upfront in our agreement and paid at closing. No retainers.

Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992–2025). Display Advertising defined by NAICS code 541850. Not financial advice. PeerSense is a capital advisory firm, not a lender. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.