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NAICS 334220ManufacturingFY2027 Fee WaiversLending Growing

How Much Can Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen Businesses Get in SBA Loans?

513 SBA loans totaling $182.8M have been approved for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses (NAICS 334220). The average approved SBA loan is $356K, which is 5% above avg the $340K national average. 180 active lenders fund this industry with a 16.1% default rate on the matured 2018-2021 loan cohort.

Above average default risk16.1% vs 15.4% all industry avg

At 16.1%, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen 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 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen) received 513 SBA loans worth $182.8M across 5+ states. Average loan $356K, average term 100 months, 16.1% default rate (resolved loan basis).180 active SBA approved lenders fund this industry.Manufacturers in NAICS 31 to 33 qualify for FY2027 SBA fee terms and can access the MARC revolving credit program. There are approximately 664 U.S. establishments in this industry (Census 2022).

513
Total SBA Loans
$182.8M
Total Volume
$356K
Avg Loan Size
5% above avg
180
Active Lenders
100 mo
Avg Term
23% below avg
4,985
Jobs Supported

Is SBA Lending Growing for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen?+17% growth

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FY2027 Manufacturing Fee Waivers Active

The SBA has waived both 504 fees for manufacturers in NAICS 31 to 33 through September 30, 2027:

$0 Fees

504 loans: all guaranty fees waived for manufacturing

$0 Fees

7(a) loans of $700,000 or less: 0% upfront fee for manufacturers

$5M MARC

Revolving credit line: manufacturers only, launched Oct 2025

The proposed Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act (H.R. 3174) would double SBA limits to $10M for domestic manufacturers, currently passed House, awaiting Senate vote.

Which SBA Program Do Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen Businesses Use Most?

SBA 7(a)464 (90%)
SBA 50449 (10%)

What Is the Best SBA Loan for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen?

SBA 7(a)

Versatile funding for working capital, equipment, and expansion. 7(a) upfront fee is 0% for qualifying manufacturers on loans of $700,000 or less in FY2027

Industry avg loan: $356K
Typical term: 100 months
Historical avg rate: 6.82%
180+ lenders active in this industry
Default rate (2018 to 21 matured cohort): 16.1%

Where Are Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen SBA Loans Most Common?

#1
CA
104 loans
$46.2M
#2
TX
34 loans
$19.6M
#3
FL
31 loans
$6.7M
#4
NY
30 loans
$4.8M
#5
MI
19 loans
$3.0M

SBA Lending Activity in Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen

180 SBA lenders have funded 513 loans to radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses (NAICS 334220). 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
513
Active lenders
180
Total volume
$182.8M
Avg loan size
$356K

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen Industry Context

U.S. Establishments
664
U.S. Census Bureau · 2022
SBA Penetration
77.26%
SBA loans per establishment

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PeerSense sources capital for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses. The capital source sets the terms. No upfront fee. Talk to PeerSense. Referral fee at closing.

$0

Retainers

10%

Down with SBA 7(a)

25yr

Terms Available

Talk to PeerSense about financing a Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen business.

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How Does SBA Lending Work for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen Businesses?

Across all SBA loan programs, 513 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen), representing $182.8M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $356K is 5% above avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 100 months.

SBA lending for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen is accelerating. Loan volume has grown approximately 17% 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 10% 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.

As a manufacturing business under NAICS 31 to 33, you qualify for FY2027 SBA fee terms through September 30, 2027. For manufacturers, the SBA has waived the 504 upfront guaranty fee and annual service fee, and the 7(a) upfront fee is 0% on loans of $700,000 or less. Additionally, the MARC (Manufacturers' Access to Revolving Credit) program launched in October 2025, offering up to $5M in revolving credit exclusively for domestic manufacturers, a first for SBA lending.

Frequently Asked Questions: Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen SBA Loans

What is the average SBA loan size for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses?
Based on 513 approved SBA loans, the average loan size for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen (NAICS 334220) is $356K. This compares to the national SBA average of $340K across all industries.
Which SBA loan program is best for a radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen business?
SBA 7(a) is the most commonly used SBA program for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses. Versatile funding for working capital, equipment, and expansion. 7(a) upfront fee is 0% for qualifying manufacturers on loans of $700,000 or less in FY2027. PeerSense can analyze your specific deal to determine the optimal program.
How many lenders fund SBA loans for radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen?
180 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 radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen file.
Are there SBA fee waivers for manufacturing businesses in 2026?
Yes. In FY2027, the SBA has waived both 504 fees for manufacturers, including debt refinance with or without expansion. The upfront 7(a) fee is also 0% for manufacturers on loans of $700,000 or less. The MARC program offers revolving credit up to $5M for manufacturers.
How does PeerSense help radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen businesses get SBA loans?
PeerSense is a capital advisory firm. Talk to PeerSense about a radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipmen file. The capital source sets the terms. No upfront fee. The desk is paid at closing.

Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992 to 2025). Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipmen defined by NAICS code 334220. Not financial advice. PeerSense sources capital through a curated network of commercial lenders and capital sources. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.