Source: 1997 Economic Census, Merchandise Line Series
Geo Levels: MSA, State, U.S. Totals
Variables: Establishments, Sales ($) for Broad Merchandise Lines (Totals)
Disclosure: In accordance with Federal law governing census reports, no data is published that would disclose the operations of an individual establishment or kind of business. However, the number of establishments in a kind-of-business classification is not considered a disclosure; therefore, this information may be released even though employee and sales information is withheld.
CODES DESCRIPTION ML_100
ML_120
ML_130
ML_140
ML_150
ML_160
ML_180
ML_190
ML_200
ML_220
ML_240
ML_260
ML_270
ML_280
ML_300
ML_310
ML_320
ML_330
ML_340
ML_360
ML_370
ML_380
ML_400
ML_420
ML_440
ML_460
ML_490
ML_500
ML_580
ML_600
ML_620
ML_640
ML_670
ML_680
ML_690
ML_700
ML_720
ML_730
ML_740
ML_780
ML_800
ML_850MLS - Groceries
MLS - Meals
MLS - Drinks (Served)
MLS - Packaged Alcohol
MLS - Tobacco Products
MLS - Drugs/HBA
MLS - Soaps/Cleaners
MLS - Paper/Related Products
MLS - Mens Wear
MLS - Womens Wear
MLS - Childrens Wear
MLS - Footwear
MLS - Sewing/Knitting Goods
MLS - Drapes/Coverings
MLS - Major Appliances
MLS - Small Appliances
MLS - TVs/Video Equipment
MLS - Audio/Musical Instruments/Supplies
MLS - Furniture/Sleep Equipment
MLS - Floor Coverings
MLS - Computer Hardware/Software
MLS – Kitchenware
MLS - Jewelry
MLS - Books
MLS - Photo Equipment
MLS - Toys/Hobby/Games
MLS - Optical Goods
MLS - Sporting Goods
MLS - Recreational Vehicles
MLS - Hardware/Tools
MLS - Lawn/Garden
MLS - Lumber/Supplies
MLS - Paint
MLS - Mobile Homes
MLS - Wallpaper
MLS - New/Used Cars/Trucks/Vans
MLS - Auto Fuels
MLS - Auto Lubricants
MLS - Auto Tires/Batteries/Accessories
MLS - Household Fuels
MLS - Pets/Supplies
MLS - Other Merchandise
In addition to providing current-year estimates for each of these broad merchandise line categories, the Commercial Atlas Online also offers updates to minor merchandise line categories through a Retail Merchandise Line Subscription. Detailed Merchandise Line by Store Type data is also available (i.e. Groceries in Grocery Stores, Groceries in Convenience Stores, Groceries in General Merchandise Stores, Groceries in All Other Stores). Minor Merchandise Lines include the following:
CODES DESCRIPTION ML_101
ML_102
ML_103
ML_104
ML_105
ML_106
ML_107
ML_108
ML_109
ML_121
ML_122
ML_141
ML_142
ML_143
ML_161
ML_162
ML_163
ML_164
ML_165
ML_201
ML_202
ML_203
ML_204
ML_205
ML_206
ML_207
ML_208
ML_209
ML_211
ML_212
ML_214
ML_215
ML_216
ML_221
ML_222
ML_223
ML_224
ML_225
ML_226
ML_227
ML_229
ML_231
ML_232
ML_233
ML_234
ML_235
ML_236
ML_241
ML_242
ML_243
ML_261
ML_262
ML_263
ML_265
ML_266
ML_267
ML_268
ML_281
ML_282
ML_283
ML_284
ML_301
ML_302
ML_303
ML_321
ML_331
ML_335
ML_341
ML_343
ML_344
ML_361
ML_363
ML_375
ML_376
ML_601
ML_602
ML_603
ML_604
ML_627
ML_628
ML_701
ML_703
ML_705
ML_707
ML_851
ML_856
MLS - Meat/Fish
MLS - Produce/Fruit
MLS - Frozen Foods
MLS - Dairy Products
MLS - Bakery Products
MLS - Bakery Off-site
MLS - Deli Items
MLS - Soft Drinks
MLS - Candy
MLS - Food Carry-out
MLS - Food On-site
MLS - Liquor
MLS - Wine
MLS - Beer
MLS - Prescriptions
MLS - Non-prescription Medicines
MLS - Vitamins
MLS - Health Aids
MLS - Cosmetics
MLS - Mens Coats
MLS - Mens Suits
MLS - Mens Sport Coats
MLS - Mens Slacks
MLS - Mens Jeans
MLS - Mens Uniforms
MLS - Mens Shirts
MLS - Mens Sport Shirts
MLS - Mens Sweaters
MLS - Mens Hosiery
MLS - Mens Sportswear
MLS - Mens Accessories
MLS - Mens Custom-made Garments
MLS - Mens Sweats
MLS - Furs
MLS - Womens Dresses
MLS - Womens Coats
MLS - Womens Suits
MLS - Womens Pants
MLS - Womens Tops
MLS - Womens Sportswear
MLS - Womens Hosiery
MLS - Womens Undergarments
MLS - Womens Sleepwear
MLS - Womens Hats
MLS - Womens Accessories
MLS - Womens Custom Made Garments
MLS - Womens Sweats
MLS - Boys Wear
MLS - Girls Wear
MLS - Infants Wear
MLS - Mens Footwear
MLS - Womens Footwear
MLS - Childrens Footwear
MLS - Mens Athletic Footwear
MLS - Womens Athletic Footwear
MLS - Childrens Athletic Footwear
MLS - Footwear Accessories
MLS - Curtains
MLS - Blinds
MLS - Furniture Coverings
MLS - Domestics
MLS - Kitchen Appliances
MLS - Laundry Appliances
MLS - Other Appliances
MLS - TVs
MLS - Audio Equipment
MLS - Records/CDs
MLS - Upholstered Furniture
MLS - Sleep Furniture
MLS - Other LR/DR/BR Furniture
MLS - Soft Floor Covering
MLS - Hard Floor Coverings
MLS - Computer Hardware
MLS - Computer Software
MLS - Hardware
MLS - Tools
MLS - Plumbing Fixtures/Supplies
MLS - Electrical Fixtures/Supplies
MLS - Trees/Shrubs
MLS - Fertilizer
MLS - New Cars - Retail
MLS - New Vans/Trucks - Retail
MLS - Used Cars - Retail
MLS - Used Vans/Trucks - Retail
MLS - Stationery
MLS - Newspapers/Magazines