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SECURITY CAMERAS

Security Camera Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of a security camera system: hardware, installation and wiring.

JOB INPUTS

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Indoor and outdoor cameras

Indoor and outdoor cameras

Choose the camera type

Choose the camera type

Choose wired or wireless

Choose wired or wireless
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Total camera cost$1,640.00
TypeIndoor
Count4
Hardware + install$1,400.00
Network / wiring$240.00
FORMULA USED4 × ($200.00 + $150.00) + $240.00 = $1,640.00

HOW TO USE IT

How to use the Security Camera Cost Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter the number of cameras.

  2. 2

    Choose the type (0 = doorbell, 1 = indoor, 2 = outdoor).

  3. 3

    Set whether the system is wired (1) or wireless (0).

  4. 4

    Review the total cost.

THE MATH

Camera system cost formula

Total = count × (hardware + install) + wiring

Each camera runs $150-$350 by type. Installation adds $80-$150 per camera. Wiring adds $20-$60 per camera.

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

4 wired outdoor cameras

4 × ($350 + $150) + 4 × $60 = $2,240 total.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a security camera cost in 2026?

A home camera installed runs $200-$1,000; the average system ~$1,500.

Wired or wireless?

Wired is more reliable and interference-free but costs more to install; wireless is simpler and cheaper.