Wells Fargo Bank, National Association: SBA Lending Activity & Industry Focus

Nationwide (46 states)High-volume SBA lenderSmall loan specialistRecently activeDiverse industry mix

Based on historical SBA 7(a) lending data.

Total Approvals

2,348

by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association

Total Volume

$611,518,000

approved amount

Median Loan Size

$15,000

per approval

Recent Activity

134

last 90 days through Dec 2025

Active SBA Lender

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association is a national lender active across 46 states lending across 84 different industries. With 2,348 SBA 7(a) approvals on record and a median loan size of $15,000, their lending data provides a detailed picture of where and how they deploy SBA capital.

What you should know

Key insights derived from Wells Fargo Bank, National Association's SBA 7(a) lending history

Established SBA track record

With 2,348 SBA 7(a) approvals, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association has meaningful SBA experience. This volume suggests they have dedicated SBA staff and established processes for government-guaranteed lending.

Sweet spot: Under $50K loans

69% of Wells Fargo Bank, National Association's SBA loans fall in the Under $50K range. Their typical loan (median) is $15,000, with the middle 50% of loans between $10,500 and $301,000. If your loan request is in this range, you may see a faster, smoother process.

Nationwide reach (46 states)

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association has funded SBA loans in 46 states, giving them broad geographic coverage. Their highest concentration is in California (22% of loans). National lenders typically accept applications from anywhere in the U.S.

Smaller loan specialist

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association's median loan of $15,000 is well below the SBA 7(a) average. They appear to specialize in smaller loans — making them a strong option if you need under $300,000 and may face minimum-amount barriers elsewhere.

Diversified: 84 industries served

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association lends across 84 different industry sectors with no single industry dominating. This broad experience means they can likely evaluate most business types, though they may not have deep expertise in any specific niche.

Steady lending pace

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association's SBA activity has been relatively stable, with 208 approvals in the last 6 months. Consistent volume suggests a reliable, ongoing SBA program without major disruptions.

Lending trends for Wells Fargo Bank, National Association

↑ 66%loan volume YoY

↑ 27%dollar volume YoY

Total loaned ($)

Median loan size

Loan size distribution

Based on 1,000 SBA 7(a) approvals

Under $50K690 (69%)

$50K–$150K24 (2%)

$150K–$350K57 (6%)

$350K–$1M144 (14%)

$1M–$5M84 (8%)

Over $5M1 (0%)

Summary

Median (50th percentile)

$15,000

25th percentile

$10,500

75th percentile

$301,000

Average

$279,458

Typical range

$10,500

$301,000

States served

CA517 TX326 FL267 GA129 CO98 AZ98 NC92 VA71 NJ63 MN58 WA55 SC48 OR48 PA48 UT43 NV43 NY41 AL38 NM34 MD22 TN19 ID18 NE16 WI15 MT14 IA14 AK13 KS11 MO10 SD9 OH9 CT9 IL9 DC8 DE7 OK4 MS4 IN4 LA3 WY3 ND3 MI3 MA1 RI1 AR1 WV1

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State-by-state lending activity

#	State	Approvals	Median Size
1	California	517	$15,000
2	Texas	326	$15,000
3	Florida	267	$15,000
4	Georgia	129	$15,000
5	Colorado	98	$11,000
6	Arizona	98	$490,000
7	North Carolina	92	$20,000
8	Virginia	71	$15,000
9	New Jersey	63	$453,350
10	Minnesota	58	$15,000
11	Washington	55	$476,700
12	South Carolina	48	$15,000
13	Oregon	48	$15,000
14	Pennsylvania	48	$15,000
15	Utah	43	$15,000
16	Nevada	43	$15,000
17	New York	41	$67,500
18	Alabama	38	$10,000
19	New Mexico	34	$15,000
20	Maryland	22	$15,000
21	Tennessee	19	$199,750
22	Idaho	18	$15,000
23	Nebraska	16	$1,359,800
24	Wisconsin	15	$264,550
25	Montana	14	$10,000

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association by industry

Veterinary Services296 approvals Used Household and Office Goods Moving217 approvals Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers177 approvals Tile and Terrazzo Contractors161 approvals Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services122 approvals Travel Agencies122 approvals Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars117 approvals Residential Remodelers103 approvals Reupholstery and Furniture Repair87 approvals Sports and Recreation Instruction62 approvals

Industry focus

#	Industry	NAICS	Approvals
1	Veterinary Services	541	296
2	Used Household and Office Goods Moving	484	217
3	Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers	621	177
4	Tile and Terrazzo Contractors	238	161
5	Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services	812	122
6	Travel Agencies	561	122
7	Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars	722	117
8	Residential Remodelers	236	103
9	Reupholstery and Furniture Repair	811	87
10	Sports and Recreation Instruction	611	62

Recent SBA 7(a) approvals by Wells Fargo Bank, National Association

Month	Borrower	Location	Industry	Amount
2025-12	Kin*****LLC	HAYWARD, CA	Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers	$230,800
2025-12	JSM*****LLC	YUKON, OK	Child Day Care Services	$1,220,600
2025-11	C92*****LLC	MIDLAND, TX	General Freight Trucking, Local	$15,000
2025-11	KWA*****LLC	SAVANNAH, GA	General Freight Trucking, Local	$15,000
2025-11	LIS*****LLC	SAINT PETERSBURG, FL	—	$10,000
2025-11	KIN*****LLC	EVANS, GA	Mobile Food Services	$15,000
2025-11	Gla*****LLC	KINGSTON, NY	Marketing Consulting Services	$100,000
2025-11	Gla*****LLC	KINGSTON, NY	Marketing Consulting Services	$2,087,500
2025-11	VEN*****LLC	ALVARADO, TX	—	$25,000
2025-11	REJ*****LLC	SUNRISE, FL	—	$15,000
2025-11	DEV*****LLC	ISELIN, NJ	Advertising Agencies	$15,000
2025-11	DIN*****LLC	CLOVIS, CA	Limited-Service Restaurants	$536,500
2025-11	Inn*****LLC	TAYLORSVILLE, UT	Cable Networks	$770,300
2025-11	A&G*****LLC	WINTER GARDEN, FL	Amusement Arcades	$749,000
2025-11	JOY*****LLC	TAMPA, FL	Child Day Care Services	$1,222,100
2025-11	61 *****LLC	ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL	Limited-Service Restaurants	$916,000
2025-08	Epi*****LLC	PHOENIX, AZ	Landscaping Services	$3,352,000
2025-08	Ast*****LLC	DENVER, CO	Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)	$667,700
2025-08	Kin*****LLC	DENVER, CO	Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)	$100,000
2025-08	SRA*****LLC	LAS VEGAS, NV	—	$15,000
2025-08	PEP*****LLC	ATLANTA, GA	Mobile Food Services	$15,000
2025-08	ART*****LLC	SOMERSET, NJ	Fine Arts Schools	$15,000
2025-08	Cor*****LLC	STAR, ID	Telephone Answering Services	$1,433,900
2025-08	G R*****LLC	SAN BERNARDINO, CA	General Freight Trucking, Long Distance, Truckload	$2,060,000
2025-08	FAR*****LLC	MINE HILL, NJ	Exterminating and Pest Control Services	$393,800
2025-08	AME*****LLC	MENIFEE, CA	—	$20,000
2025-08	THE*****LLC	LAYTON, UT	Support Activities for Printing	$15,000
2025-08	Mor*****LLC	LOVELAND, CO	Machine Shops	$167,500
2025-08	PLA*****LLC	LOS ANGELES, CA	Civic and Social Organizations	$15,000
2025-08	Bal*****nc.	RICHARDSON, TX	Commercial Screen Printing	$1,293,500
2025-08	Enc*****LLC	ALBUQUERQUE, NM	Limited-Service Restaurants	$1,192,300
2025-08	ALL*****LLC	FLEMINGTON, NJ	Veterinary Services	$642,900
2025-08	TT *****LLC	RIO RANCHO, NM	Limited-Service Restaurants	$1,302,900
2025-08	Mor*****LLC	LOVELAND, CO	Machine Shops	$301,000
2025-08	R &*****LLC	DELTONA, FL	Motor Vehicle Towing	$15,000
2025-08	FIG*****LLC	DENVER, CO	Residential Remodelers	$15,000
2025-08	Roy*****LLC	SOQUEL, CA	Offices of Dentists	$1,078,500
2025-08	UND*****LC.	LILBURN, GA	Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local	$15,000
2025-08	BRI*****LLC	HILLSIDE, NJ	Child Day Care Services	$10,000
2025-08	Kat*****nc.	NEWTOWN, PA	—	$1,152,000
2025-08	VIV*****LLC	ISSAQUAH, WA	Full-Service Restaurants	$307,000
2025-08	A &*****LLC	TUCSON, AZ	—	$704,000
2025-08	Hen*****LLC	LAKEWAY, TX	Child Day Care Services	$50,000
2025-08	174*****ION	BRONX, NY	Offices of Optometrists	$511,600
2025-08	Hen*****LLC	Lakeway, TX	Child Day Care Services	$496,000
2025-08	SIB*****LLC	NEWTOWN, PA	Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers	$15,000
2025-08	FAI*****LLC	CONROE, TX	All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	$10,000
2025-08	MG *****LLC	SEALY, TX	Electrical Contractors	$20,000
2025-08	Kar*****wak	GEORGETOWN, TX	Offices of Certified Public Accountants	$281,400
2025-08	THE*****LLC	BOERNE, TX	All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	$15,000

Source: Historical SBA 7(a) lending records. Borrower names partially masked for privacy.

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