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How much does video surveillance & cctv cost in the US?

Reference price: $1,000 – $5,000 USD per project (pre-tax). Installed camera system (typically 4–10 cameras): ~$150–$500 per installed wired camera plus project base. IP/high-resolution systems carry a premium. Remote video monitoring is a separate monthly fee.

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Pre-tax reference prices. Bay Area markets (San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland) reflect the highest prevailing wages in the country.

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Questions about video surveillance & cctv pricing

How much does video surveillance & cctv cost in the US?
The reference price runs from $1,000 to $5,000 USD per project, pre-tax. Installed camera system (typically 4–10 cameras): ~$150–$500 per installed wired camera plus project base. IP/high-resolution systems carry a premium. Remote video monitoring is a separate monthly fee.
What factors change the price of video surveillance & cctv?
The city (prevailing wages and cost of living), the schedule and coverage required, armed vs unarmed staffing, officer profile and experience, and the risk level of the site. That's why it pays to compare several quotes.
Do the prices include tax?
These are pre-tax reference prices. Whether sales tax applies to security services depends on the state; each company's formal quote will itemize any applicable taxes.

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