Class code 8017 — retail store, NOC — is one of the most common classifications in the system, covering general retail operations with rates on the friendly end of the tables.

Who falls under 8017

General retail stores selling merchandise at retail: staff on the sales floor, stockroom workers, and cashiers across a wide range of store types not assigned to more specific retail codes.

Common misclassification traps

Delivery is the usual drift: stores that add delivery service may owe driver-class rates on that payroll. Warehouse operations beyond a back stockroom, installation services, and food preparation can each pull payroll into different codes. More specific store codes (groceries, hardware, furniture) also exist by state and can price differently.

Rate context

8017 typically prices in the low single dollars per $100 of payroll — modest rates where lifting and slip claims are the main loss drivers and mods stay manageable with basic safety practice. See our guide to how premiums are calculated for the full mechanics.

Related codes

State-specific store codes (8006 groceries, 8010 hardware, 8044 furniture among others), driver codes for delivery payroll, 8810 for separated office staff.

Class code 8017 FAQs

What does class code 8017 cover?

General retail merchandise operations — sales floor, stock, and cashier payroll — where no more specific store code applies.

What’s the biggest misclassification risk with 8017?

Added services pulling payroll into other codes: delivery drivers, installation crews, food prep. The store code covers the store; the extras get their own rates.

What does 8017 cost per $100 of payroll?

Low single dollars per $100 of payroll in most states — one of the friendlier common classes, with lifting and slip claims the patterns to manage.

Can one business use multiple class codes?

Usually, yes — most businesses have an office/clerical component (8810) alongside their governing class, and payroll can often be split when records support it. Done correctly, splitting payroll across codes is one of the most reliable premium reductions available. Done sloppily, it’s an audit dispute.

Not sure your operation is classified correctly? Misclassification runs both directions — some businesses overpay for years, others build audit bombs. Have us review your class codes, or browse the full class code guide.