How many small businesses are in Nevada?

Nevada has approximately 298,000 small businesses, representing 99.4 percent of all businesses in the state. They employ 558,000 workers — 41.8 percent of Nevada's private workforce. Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2024 Small Business Profile.

How active is SBA 7(a) lending in Nevada?

Nevada received 902 SBA 7(a) loan approvals in FY2024, totaling $390 million. The average loan size was approximately $432,000. Source: SBA FOIA loan dataset, FY2024 aggregate.

Does Nevada have a commercial financing disclosure law?

No. Nevada has not enacted a statewide commercial financing disclosure law as of 2026.

What financing products work best for Nevada small businesses?

Hospitality and gaming-adjacent businesses use revenue-based financing and working capital lines. Construction and real estate businesses use equipment financing and SBA 7(a). Logistics businesses use equipment financing. The right product depends on your industry and revenue profile.

Is ClearValue Lending available in Nevada?

Yes. ClearValue Lending routes Nevada SMB applicants to lender partners operating across Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, Sparks, and statewide. We are a funding platform, not a lender or broker.

What are typical eligibility minimums for Nevada SMB financing?

SBA 7(a) typically requires 2+ years in business, 650+ FICO, and $150,000+ annual revenue. Revenue-based financing may be available with 500+ FICO, 6+ months in business, and $10,000+ monthly revenue. All financing is subject to lender underwriting.

Small Business Loans in Nevada

Nevada has 298,000 small businesses employing 558,000 workers — 41.8 percent of the state's private workforce. In FY2024, Nevada small businesses received 902 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $390 million, with an average loan size of approximately $432,000. Nevada's SMB economy is uniquely shaped by gaming and hospitality concentration in Las Vegas and Reno, alongside a fast-growing logistics and technology sector driven by major warehousing and data center investment along the I-80 and I-15 corridors.