How many small businesses are in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin has approximately 516,000 small businesses, representing 99.5 percent of all businesses in the state. They employ 1.2 million workers — 47.9 percent of Wisconsin's private workforce. Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2024 Small Business Profile.

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

Wisconsin received 1,287 SBA 7(a) loan approvals in FY2024, totaling $537 million. The average loan size was approximately $417,000. Source: SBA FOIA loan dataset, FY2024 aggregate.

Does Wisconsin have a commercial financing disclosure law?

No. Wisconsin has not enacted a statewide commercial financing disclosure law as of 2026. Commercial lending is governed primarily by federal law and lender agreements.

What financing products work best for Wisconsin small businesses?

Manufacturers and dairy operations use equipment financing and SBA 7(a). Healthcare practices access SBA 7(a) for expansion. Professional services firms use working capital lines. The right product depends on your industry, revenue, and use of funds.

Is ClearValue Lending available in Wisconsin?

Yes. ClearValue Lending routes Wisconsin SMB applicants to lender partners operating across Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton, and statewide. We are a funding platform, not a lender or broker.

What are typical eligibility minimums for Wisconsin 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 on the full file.

Small Business Loans in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 516,000 small businesses employing 1.2 million workers — 47.9 percent of the state's private workforce, one of the higher SMB employment shares in the Midwest. In FY2024, Wisconsin small businesses received 1,287 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $537 million, with an average loan size of approximately $417,000. Wisconsin's SMB economy is anchored by manufacturing (particularly food processing, printing, and industrial equipment), healthcare, and a diverse professional services sector concentrated in Milwaukee and Madison.