Security System Prices in NYC

PRICE CLARITY BEFORE THE SITE VISIT

Understand the monthly cost. Then design the right system.

Security system prices in NYC can vary widely because every property has different doors, camera views, wiring paths, internet service, retention requirements, and operating risks. This guide gives you useful recurring-price examples without pretending that every installation is identical.

The lower-upfront route described here is an operating-expense model: qualifying equipment and cloud services are billed monthly, while installation and property-specific hardware are priced after an assessment.

MONTHLY STARTING POINTS

Four clear numbers to begin your budget.

These figures show how the recurring portion can be structured. They are not a universal installed price.

01 · PROTECTION

Professional Alarm Monitoring

$39.99/month starting

A qualifying monitored alarm plan for an NYC home or business.

Professional monitoring
Mobile notifications and system control options
Emergency-response coordination when required
Medical pendant options available

02 · HYBRID VIDEO

Eagle Eye CMVR

$30/month device rental

Local recording with cloud connectivity and backup options.

$5 per camera/month recording plan
Local storage path plus cloud access
Remote viewing for authorized users
Subscribed CMVR replacement coverage may apply

03 · FULL CLOUD

Eagle Eye Bridge

$20/month device rental

A cloud-first option designed for remote access and off-site retention.

$12 per camera/month
60 days of cloud recording
Up to 4MP recording quality
Subscribed Bridge replacement coverage may apply

04 · CLOUD ACCESS

Brivo Access Control

$20/month starting service

Remote door management with scalable reader options.

$18 per reader/month starting
Mobile, card, fob, and supported credential options
Remote user and schedule management
Volume pricing may change the per-reader rate

EAGLE EYE CLOUD VIDEO PRICING

Choose local resilience or full-cloud simplicity.

Both options connect compatible professional cameras to the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS, allowing authorized users to view video remotely. The right path depends on bandwidth, retention, local-storage needs, and the number of cameras.

OPTION A · HYBRID

CMVR: local recording with cloud backup options

$30/month CMVR rental

+ $5 per camera/month for recording

The CMVR keeps a local recording path while connecting the system to the cloud. If a recorder is stolen or the site is compromised, the cloud-connected design can help preserve footage according to the selected retention and backup configuration.

Best for properties that want local storage
Secure remote viewing through Eagle Eye
Storage sized to the approved camera count and retention
Qualifying CMVR replacement coverage while subscribed; cameras excluded

OPTION B · FULL CLOUD

Bridge: footage available wherever you are

$20/month Bridge rental

+ $12 per camera/month

This cloud-first example provides 60 days of recorded video at up to 4MP. It is built for owners and managers who need to review incidents from the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS without relying only on a recorder left at the property.

60 days of cloud retention
Up to 4MP recording quality
Remote live and recorded viewing
Qualifying Bridge replacement coverage while subscribed; cameras excluded

SIMPLE MONTHLY EXAMPLE

What would four cameras cost each month?

Recurring device and recording service only. Cameras, installation, taxes, network work, permits, and optional features are separate.

HYBRID CMVR

$50/month

$30 CMVR + four cameras × $5

FULL-CLOUD BRIDGE

$68/month

$20 Bridge + four cameras × $12

PROFESSIONAL MONITORING · NYC

MONITORED ALARM PRICING

Protection that keeps working when nobody is watching the building.

$39.99 per month is the starting monitoring price for a qualifying Familia Secured alarm plan. The system can provide mobile notifications, remote control options, and professional monitoring that follows the approved response instructions when an alarm occurs.

Monitored Response

Monitoring personnel can contact designated users and request emergency response when required by the event, account instructions, and local procedures.

Medical Pendants

Optional personal emergency pendants can help older adults or vulnerable family members request assistance.

Business Protection

Arm the property, receive supported alerts, and document that a professionally monitored system is in place.

Insurance Conversation

Some insurers may offer discounts for qualifying monitored systems. Ask your insurance carrier about its requirements and available savings.

Equipment, installation, permits, cellular communication, specialty sensors, pendants, taxes, and optional services are separate unless specifically included in your proposal.

BRIVO CLOUD ACCESS CONTROL

Start with one door. Manage access from anywhere.

A low-upfront Familia Secured Brivo example starts at $20 per month for the cloud access service, plus $18 per reader per month. Pricing can change as reader counts and features increase.

Create, suspend, and manage authorized users remotely
Support compatible cards, fobs, mobile credentials, and reader options
Review door events and system activity from a unified cloud platform
Scale from a small site to multiple doors and locations

Door controllers, readers, locks, electric strikes, magnetic locks, request-to-exit devices, credentials, wiring, installation, taxes, and advanced features are quoted after an on-site or documented assessment.

BRIVO · CLOUD-MANAGED ENTRY

WHAT CHANGES THE FINAL PRICE?

The monthly number is only one part of the system.

Camera or Reader Count

More cameras, doors, and credentials increase equipment, licensing, storage, and installation requirements.

Retention & Resolution

Longer recording periods and higher image quality require more cloud or local storage.

Door & Lock Hardware

Access control pricing depends on the existing door, frame, lock, power, fire-code interface, and life-safety requirements.

Wiring & Network Conditions

Finished walls, masonry, long cable paths, switching, bandwidth, and internet reliability affect labor and design.

Monitoring & Special Devices

Cellular backup, panic buttons, environmental sensors, pendants, and enhanced response options can change recurring costs.

Locations & Integrations

Multiple sites and integrations between alarms, cameras, intercoms, and access control require additional planning.

PRICING FAQ

Questions people ask before requesting a quote.

These answers explain the starting offers without hiding the property-specific costs that determine a professional installation.

How much does a security system cost per month in NYC?

Monthly pricing depends on the system. Familia Secured alarm monitoring starts at $39.99 per month. Example Eagle Eye recurring plans start with a $20 monthly Bridge or $30 monthly CMVR, plus the applicable per-camera recording plan. Equipment, installation, taxes, permits, internet service, and special features are quoted separately.

What is the difference between an Eagle Eye Bridge and a CMVR?

A Bridge connects compatible cameras to the Eagle Eye cloud for cloud-managed recording and remote access. A Cloud Managed Video Recorder, or CMVR, combines local recording with cloud connectivity so a property can keep a local recording path while maintaining cloud-based access and backup options.

What does the $20 Eagle Eye Bridge example include?

The example includes the Bridge rental at $20 per month. The full-cloud recording example is $12 per camera per month for 60 days of cloud retention at up to 4MP. Camera hardware, installation, network work, taxes, and optional services are separate unless included in a written proposal.

What does the $30 CMVR example include?

The example includes the CMVR rental at $30 per month, plus $5 per camera per month for the stated recording service. The CMVR provides local storage with cloud connectivity and backup options. Storage sizing and final retention depend on the approved system design.

Can the Bridge or CMVR be replaced if it is damaged?

Replacement coverage for a subscribed Bridge or CMVR may be included while the qualifying subscription remains active. Cameras are excluded. Coverage, damage conditions, service availability, and replacement terms are governed by the written service agreement.

Does the $39.99 alarm price include equipment and installation?

No. The $39.99 starting price is for qualifying professional monitoring. Alarm equipment, installation, permits, cellular service, specialty sensors, medical pendants, and optional features depend on the property and written proposal.

How much does Brivo access control cost?

A low-upfront Familia Secured example starts at $20 per month for the cloud access service plus $18 per month for each reader. Larger systems may qualify for different per-reader pricing. Door hardware, controllers, locks, wiring, credentials, installation, taxes, and advanced features are quoted after an assessment.

Can I view cameras or manage access remotely?

Yes. Authorized users can view live and recorded video through the Eagle Eye Cloud VMS and can manage supported Brivo access features remotely. Available functions depend on the selected plan, permissions, connected hardware, and network service.

FIVE BOROUGH SERVICE

Security system pricing for NYC homes, buildings, and businesses.

Familia Secured provides assessments and professional security-system design throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, with additional nearby service availability based on the project.

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START WITH A REAL NUMBER

Tell us the cameras, doors, and protection you need.

We will help you compare the recurring options, identify the equipment and installation requirements, and prepare a clear proposal for your NYC property.