GrowthUnited StatesLow risk
Inc. 500
Published by Inc. Magazine
Prestige 92/100Deadline
May 1, 2026
Applications closed
Fee
$395–$595
Time to Apply
30–45 min
Winners
Late June 2026
Overview
Inc. 5000 is Inc. Magazine’s flagship ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. It is run by Inc. and companies pursue it for national visibility, credibility with customers and investors, and editorial coverage in Inc. The ranking is widely recognized because it uses revenue-growth data, requires verification, and is tied to a longstanding national business publication.
Eligibility Requirements
- Generated revenue by March 31, 2022
- At least $100,000 in revenue in 2022
- At least $2 million in revenue in 2025
- Privately held, for-profit, U.S.-based, and independent