ATM machine (buy and place) cost in 2026
ATM machine (buy and place) costs $2,400 to $17,000 per ATM in 2026, and most people pay about $6,600.
What moves the price
- Retail, wall and through-the-wall machines have very different prices.
- New machines cost more than used or refurbished ones.
- Power, internet and mounting work can add to the setup.
- Network and processing setup is a one-time cost.
- Starting cash in the machine is $2,000 to $8,000 and is not a fee.
- Where you live. Prices in big cities usually run higher than in small towns.
What is included
The range is per ATM, machine plus placement. The machine price may cover the unit only. Installation, network setup, security, delivery and first-year service can be extra. Starting cash is also needed.
New ATM price by type
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Basic freestanding retail | $2,400 to $2,700 |
| Premium retail | $2,700 to $3,500+ |
| Wall or counter | $2,800 to $3,500+ |
| Through-the-wall | $4,500 to $7,600+ |
| High capacity | $7,500 to $10,000+ |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: ThePricer.
Total project costs
| Item | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| New hardware | $2,000 | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Used hardware | $1,000 | $2,500 | $4,500 |
| Installation | $300 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
| Network and processing setup | $500 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| First-year maintenance | $300 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: ThePricer.
Ways to pay less
- Buy a basic retail ATM if the site is only a small store.
- Consider a used or refurbished unit to cut the hardware cost.
- Start with a smaller amount of starting cash, such as $2,000 to $3,000.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- ThePricer: Cost to Buy and Rent an ATM Machine
- LatestCost: Cost to Buy an ATM Machine 2026
- The Donut Whole: Is owning an ATM worth it?
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
ATM machine (buy and place) costs $2,400 to $17,000 per ATM in 2026, and most people pay about $6,600. Most people pay about $6,600 per ATM. The low end is $2,400 and the high end is $17,000.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: Retail, wall and through-the-wall machines have very different prices; New machines cost more than used or refurbished ones; Power, internet and mounting work can add to the setup.
How can I pay less?
Buy a basic retail ATM if the site is only a small store. Consider a used or refurbished unit to cut the hardware cost. Start with a smaller amount of starting cash, such as $2,000 to $3,000.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 3 named price guides: ThePricer, LatestCost, The Donut Whole. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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