What is the SBA loan default rate for Newspaper Publishers?

At 16.0%, Newspaper Publishers 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. The rate is measured on the resolved loans (paid in full or charged off), loans that have reached a final outcome. 318 lenders actively fund this industry.

Which SBA program is best for Newspaper Publishers?

The SBA 7(a) program is the most commonly used for Newspaper Publishers businesses, accounting for the majority of approved loans. The SBA 504 program is popular for larger real estate and equipment purchases.

NAICS 511110Information & Technology

How Much Can Newspaper Publishers Businesses Get in SBA Loans?

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867 SBA loans totaling $194.6M have been approved for newspaper publishers businesses (NAICS 511110). The average approved SBA loan is $224K, which is 34% below avg the $340K national average. 318 active lenders fund this industry with a 16.0% default rate on the matured 2018-2021 loan cohort.

Above average default risk16.0% vs 15.4% all industry avg

At 16.0%, Newspaper Publishers 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. The capital source prices this risk into rate and structure.

Quick Answer

NAICS 511110 (Newspaper Publishers) received 867 SBA loans worth $194.6M across 5+ states. Average loan $224K, average term 110 months, 16.0% default rate (resolved loan basis).318 active SBA approved lenders fund this industry. Most newspaper publishers loans use the SBA 7(a) program. There are approximately 6,096 U.S. establishments in this industry (Census 2022).

867

Total SBA Loans

$194.6M

Total Volume

$224K

Avg Loan Size

34% below avg

318

Active Lenders

110 mo

Avg Term

15% below avg

8,215

Jobs Supported

Is SBA Lending Growing for Newspaper Publishers?-67% decline

$8.8M

$8.5M

$2.2M

$6.3M

$6.2M

$5.9M

$1.2M

Which SBA Program Do Newspaper Publishers Businesses Use Most?

SBA 7(a)814 (94%)

SBA 50453 (6%)

What Is the Best SBA Loan for Newspaper Publishers?

SBA 7(a)

The most widely used SBA program for newspaper publishers businesses: flexible terms, multiple use cases

Industry avg loan: $224K

Typical term: 110 months

Historical avg rate: 6.22%

318+ lenders active in this industry

Default rate (2018 to 21 matured cohort): 16.0%

Where Are Newspaper Publishers SBA Loans Most Common?

95 loans

$33.1M

72 loans

$17.1M

64 loans

$12.5M

33 loans

$7.5M

31 loans

$11.5M

SBA Lending Activity in Newspaper Publishers

318 SBA lenders have funded 867 loans to newspaper publishers businesses (NAICS 511110). Which lender approves your deal depends on your location, loan size, credit profile and time in business, not on who funded someone else. PeerSense makes the introduction.

Loans funded

867

Active lenders

318

Total volume

$194.6M

Avg loan size

$224K

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Newspaper Publishers Industry Context

U.S. Establishments

6,096

U.S. Census Bureau · 2022

U.S. Employment

2,812,000

BLS · 2026

SBA Penetration

14.22%

SBA loans per establishment

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Retainers

10%

Down with SBA 7(a)

25yr

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How Does SBA Lending Work for Newspaper Publishers Businesses?

Across all SBA loan programs, 867 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 511110 (Newspaper Publishers), representing $194.6M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $224K is 34% below avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 110 months.

SBA lending for newspaper publishers has contracted approximately 67% over recent fiscal years. This shift may reflect changing market conditions, industry consolidation, or tightening credit standards in this sector. However, 318 lenders remain active, maintaining competitive options for qualified borrowers.

The industry sees a balanced mix of SBA programs, with 6% 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.

Talk to PeerSense about a newspaper publishers file. The capital source sets the terms. The desk fee is paid at closing, never upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Newspaper Publishers SBA Loans

What is the average SBA loan size for newspaper publishers businesses?

Based on 867 approved SBA loans, the average loan size for newspaper publishers (NAICS 511110) is $224K. This compares to the national SBA average of $340K across all industries.

Which SBA loan program is best for a newspaper publishers business?

SBA 7(a) is the most commonly used SBA program for newspaper publishers businesses. The most widely used SBA program for newspaper publishers businesses: flexible terms, multiple use cases. PeerSense can analyze your specific deal to determine the optimal program.

How many lenders fund SBA loans for newspaper publishers?

318 different SBA approved lenders have funded loans in this industry. Not all lenders are equally active in every industry. Talk to PeerSense. The capital source sets the terms for a newspaper publishers file.

What states have the most SBA lending for newspaper publishers?

CA leads with 95 SBA loans and $33.1M in total volume for newspaper publishers businesses. TX, NY, MN also show strong lending activity in this sector.

How does PeerSense help newspaper publishers businesses get SBA loans?

PeerSense is a capital advisory firm. Talk to PeerSense about a newspaper publishers file. The capital source sets the terms. No upfront fee. The desk is paid at closing.

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Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992 to 2025). Newspaper Publishers defined by NAICS code 511110. Not financial advice. PeerSense sources capital through a curated network of commercial lenders and capital sources. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.