Most business security projects cost between $200 and $1,500 per install, with a typical price near $500. Prices vary by state and city, so the range below is a planning guide rather than a quote.
Typical business security cost
$200 – $1,500
per install · typical $500
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Business security cost breakdown
- Basic camera system (4-8 cameras)$500 – $1,500typical $800
- Alarm system + monitoring$200 – $800typical $400
- Access control system$1,500 – $5,000typical $2,500
What Business Security costs
Cost for a basic business security system: cameras, alarms, and monitoring. Includes equipment and installation. Monthly monitoring fees are separate. Advanced systems with access control or video analytics cost more.
Costs by state
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently asked questions
What does a business security system cost?
Installation can be $200–$1,500 for basic systems. Cameras add $100–$300 each. Monthly monitoring is $20–$50. Access control is pricier.
What affects security system pricing?
Number of entry points, camera quality, storage, remote access, and whether you use a national brand vs. local installer. Permits may be required.
How to save on business security?
Get multiple quotes, choose DIY equipment, bundle monitoring with other services, and negotiate contract terms.