Security camera installation cost in 2026
Security camera installation costs $500 to $1,600 in 2026 for most homeowners, with a typical price near $830.
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Type the price you were quoted. We compare it to the usual 2026 range of $500 to $1,600.
What moves the price
- Wired cameras cost more to install than wireless ones because of cable runs and drilling.
- Outdoor cameras cost more than indoor ones because they must handle weather.
- Higher resolution, extra features, and the number of cameras also raise the price.
- Where you live. Labor in big cities costs more than in small towns.
What is included
The range covers labor and materials for a typical security camera installation. It does not include permits unless the tables say so, or extra repairs found once work starts. Get a written quote that lists each part of the job.
Security Camera Installation Cost
| Type | Cost Per Camera | 4-Camera System |
|---|---|---|
| CCTV | $150 to $450 | $600 to $1,600 |
| IP | $125 to $400 | $500 to $1,500 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeGuide.
Cost To Install Home Security Camera System
| Type | Cost Per Camera | 4-Camera System |
|---|---|---|
| Wired | $150 to $500 | $600 to $2,000 |
| Wireless | $130 to $400 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Wire-free | $70 to $350 | $250 to $1,200 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: HomeGuide.
Why this costs more in 2026
Labor is the biggest part of most home jobs, and skilled trade pay keeps rising. Many materials and parts are imported, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin all cost more too, so quotes for security camera installation are higher than they were a few years ago.
Ways to pay less
- Get at least three onsite estimates and install several cameras at once to lower the cost per camera.
- Wireless or wire-free cameras cost less to install, and some insurers give a discount for a security system.
- Get at least three written quotes and compare them line by line.
Where the price comes from
The range on this page comes from one named price guide. We read every number on its page and show the date it was last updated.
- HomeGuide: Security camera installation cost guide, page dated December 12, 2023
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Security camera installation costs $500 to $1,600 in 2026 for most homeowners, with a typical price near $830. Most people pay about $830 per project. The low end is $500 and the high end is $1,600.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Wired cameras cost more to install than wireless ones because of cable runs and drilling; Outdoor cameras cost more than indoor ones because they must handle weather; Higher resolution, extra features, and the number of cameras also raise the price.
How can I pay less?
Get at least three onsite estimates and install several cameras at once to lower the cost per camera. Wireless or wire-free cameras cost less to install, and some insurers give a discount for a security system. Get at least three written quotes and compare them line by line.
Where do these numbers come from?
From one named price guide, HomeGuide. It is linked on this page with the date it was last updated.
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