Security camera installation in Staten Island typically costs between $1,400 and $4,500 for a house with four to six cameras in 2026, and between $2,500 and $9,000 for a shop, restaurant or small commercial property. Staten Island is the most car-oriented and house-heavy of the five boroughs, so installations here lean toward driveway views, detached garages, longer outdoor cable runs and larger lots. That shapes both the layout and the price.
This guide covers the cost of camera systems on Staten Island, what makes the borough different from Brooklyn or Manhattan, and how to plan coverage for houses, garages and storefronts. The figures are planning ranges for 2026, not quotes.
1. Planning Ranges for Staten Island Properties
| Property | Typical cameras | Typical installed range |
|---|---|---|
| Attached or semi-detached house | 3 to 4 | $1,400 to $3,300 |
| Detached single-family house | 4 to 6 | $1,800 to $4,500 |
| Large lot or house with detached garage | 6 to 10 | $3,500 to $8,000 |
| Two-family house | 4 to 8 | $2,000 to $5,500 |
| Storefront on Forest Avenue, Victory Boulevard, Hylan Boulevard or Richmond Avenue | 4 to 8 | $2,500 to $7,500 |
| Restaurant or deli | 6 to 12 | $4,000 to $10,000 |
| Warehouse, auto shop or lot | 8 to 16 | $6,000 to $16,000 |
The upper ends reflect longer cable runs, multiple buildings, higher resolution and more storage.
2. What Makes Staten Island Different
Driveways and cars. Many Staten Island homes park cars in driveways or on the street in front. Vehicle break-ins and thefts are a concern, so driveway coverage matters more here than in apartment-heavy parts of the city. A varifocal or wide-angle camera aimed at the driveway apron is often the most valuable camera on the property.
Detached garages and sheds. Garages hold tools, bikes and cars, and they are often wired to the main house by a long outdoor run or not at all. Covering a detached garage can require trenching, conduit or a second switch. Wireless bridges sometimes work for short distances but are less reliable.
Larger lots. More yard means more entry points. A typical house on the South Shore might have a front door, driveway, side gate, back door and rear yard, plus a deck or pool.
Flood-prone and waterfront areas. Some neighborhoods, such as parts of Tottenville, Great Kills, Oakwood, New Dorp Beach and the East Shore, face flooding and salt-air exposure. Equipment placement should keep recorders and switches above potential water lines, and outdoor gear should be corrosion-resistant.
Wood-frame construction. Many Staten Island homes are wood-frame, which makes cable routing easier than through brick or plaster. That helps keep labor down compared with, say, a Brooklyn brownstone.
Fewer shared walls. Detached homes mean fewer building-approval issues than co-ops. Attached houses still require care with shared walls.
3. A Typical Staten Island House Layout
For a detached house, a six-camera layout often looks like this:
- Front door and walkway.
- Driveway and street-facing view of parked cars.
- Detached or attached garage door.
- Side gate or passage on the driveway side.
- Back door and patio.
- Rear yard overview.
On a smaller house or semi-detached home, drop to four cameras by combining the garage and driveway views and the side and back views. If you have a pool, shed or large rear lot, add cameras later on a recorder with spare channels.
4. What Local News Says About Entry Points
Local reports illustrate how entries and thefts happen on the island. In February 2026, NYPD said three young men tried to enter three South Shore homes within about an hour, around 2:30 a.m. At one, they got in through a locked front window and left with a vehicle key fob and a car, according to CBS New York. Police released pictures and video from a doorstep to help identify them.
Older reports highlight car vulnerabilities. In 2023, ABC7 New York reported a car stolen from a Tottenville driveway in under 15 seconds with the key fob inside, and a police captain said most such thefts are preventable. Fobs left in cars or near doors are a recurring theme. Cameras help document an event, but small habits, such as keeping fobs away from the front door, do the preventing.
Crime trends are favorable. The NYPD reported citywide burglary down 19.5% in May 2026 compared with May 2025 (NYPD). Staten Island's precinct-level numbers can differ, so check the NYPD's precinct pages for the latest figures for your neighborhood.
5. Neighborhood Notes
North Shore (St. George, Stapleton, Port Richmond, West Brighton). Older housing stock, row houses, two-families and busy commercial strips. Storefronts along Castleton, Bay Street and Forest Avenue need door, register and rear-alley coverage.
Mid-Island (Todt Hill, Dongan Hills, New Dorp). Larger homes, long driveways and some estate-style properties. Expect more outdoor cable, and consider cameras that cover long approaches and gates.
South Shore (Great Kills, Eltingville, Annadale, Huguenot, Tottenville). Detached homes, waterfront exposure in places and plenty of driveways. Corrosion-resistant equipment and driveway coverage are common priorities.
West Shore (Travis, Bloomfield, Graniteville, Arden Heights). Newer developments, warehouses and industrial areas. Commercial installs here tend to be larger and need more storage.
6. Commercial Camera Costs on Staten Island
Businesses along Hylan Boulevard, Richmond Avenue, Forest Avenue and Victory Boulevard typically want door, register, stockroom and rear-alley coverage. A small deli might spend $2,500 to $6,000. A restaurant with a kitchen and back office commonly spends $4,000 to $10,000. A warehouse or auto shop can run well beyond that. Longer retention, such as 30 days, adds drive cost but is often worth it.
If your business is in NYC, ask about the NYPD's free Community Camera Sharing Program. You register your camera locations, and the NYPD can view a live feed during a crime or emergency at your location.
7. Ways to Save Without Cutting Corners
- Cover the driveway, front door and back door first, then add on a recorder with spare channels.
- Choose camera locations close to where the recorder will live to reduce cable.
- If a detached garage is far away, price a wired option and a wireless bridge, and ask which one the installer recommends.
- Put money into storage and night performance rather than extra features.
Not sure how many cameras your Staten Island property needs? Revolvis will walk the property with you and mark the spots.
8. Quote Questions to Ask
- How will you wire the detached garage or far corner of the property?
- What weather and corrosion ratings do the cameras have?
- Where will the recorder live, and is it protected from flooding and power surges?
- How many days of footage will it hold?
- Does the quote include a battery backup?
- What happens if a camera fails?
You can see our Staten Island coverage on our security camera installation in Staten Island page and neighborhood pages such as Tottenville, New Dorp and St. George.
9. Storms, Outages and Protecting the Recorder
Staten Island residents know what storms can do. Power flickers, flooding and fallen branches affect camera systems as much as anything else in a home. A few choices make a system more resilient.
Put the recorder high and dry. In a basement that has ever taken water, mount the recorder and switch on a wall or shelf well above the floor, or choose a first-floor closet instead.
Use a battery backup. A small uninterruptible power supply keeps the recorder and switch running through short outages and gives the system time to shut down safely during a longer one. It also protects against the surges that can damage electronics.
Add surge protection to outdoor lines. Cable that runs outdoors can carry surges from nearby lightning. Surge protectors on the lines coming into the recorder add a layer of protection.
Remember your internet. If your internet goes down, the system keeps recording locally but you cannot watch remotely. That is a feature, not a flaw, of recorder-based systems.
Check after storms. Look at every camera view once the power is back. Wind can shift mounts, and water can find its way into poorly sealed connections.
10. Garages, Sheds and Pools
Staten Island properties often include features that raise their own coverage questions. A detached garage with tools and bikes is a common target. Cover the garage door and the side entrance, and consider an interior camera if you store valuable items. A pool or deck can be a nuisance risk, since an unattended pool is dangerous for children and pets. A camera does not replace a proper fence or alarm, but it can send you an alert if someone enters the area. Sheds with lawn equipment and tools are often the easiest place to steal from, so a camera on the shed door and a good lock go together.
More From Revolvis
Cameras are one layer of a secure property. The same in-house crew also handles the rest:
- Keyless entry installation and smart lock installation
- Access control systems and commercial access control
- Video doorbells and intercoms
- Alarm system installation
- Complete unified security
Learn more about Revolvis, meet the team, see all services, browse the blog or contact us.
Areas We Serve
Revolvis installs residential and commercial camera systems across the New York metro area. Every borough and county has its own building stock, rules and wiring challenges, so the plan for a Queens two-family is not the plan for a Manhattan co-op.
- Staten Island: houses, detached garages and shop fronts. See security camera installation in Staten Island.
- Brooklyn: brownstones, row houses and storefronts. See security camera installation in Brooklyn.
- Queens: attached brick homes, two-families and busy commercial strips. See security camera installation in Queens.
- The Bronx: pre-war buildings, bodegas and warehouses. See security camera installation in the Bronx.
- Manhattan: co-ops, condos, offices and retail. See security camera installation in Manhattan.
- Long Island: Nassau County and Suffolk County.
- New Jersey: Jersey City, Newark, Hoboken and nearby towns.
The full list is on the service areas page.
Get a Custom Quote After a Site Visit
Revolvis prices every job after a site visit, because the building sets the cost as much as the equipment does. A few things make the estimate faster and more accurate:
- The address and property type: house, apartment, co-op, condo, storefront or warehouse.
- Which doors, sides and areas you want covered, and what worries you most.
- Photos of those spots and any spots where you already have cabling or power.
- How many days of footage you want to keep and whether you want to watch on your phone.
- Any landlord, board, lender or insurer requirement.
Call 347-258-9165 or use the contact page to book a site visit. The quote you receive is written and itemized, so you can compare it line by line.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does security camera installation cost in Staten Island? Houses commonly run $1,400 to $4,500 for four to six cameras. Shops and restaurants run $2,500 to $10,000, depending on size.
Why do Staten Island installs cost more or less than Brooklyn? Wood-frame houses are often easier to wire than brick brownstones, but larger lots and detached garages add cable runs. The net effect varies by property.
Do I need cameras on my driveway? For most Staten Island homes, yes. Driveways are where vehicles and packages are most exposed.
Can I cover a detached garage? Yes, with wired cable in conduit, a second switch or a wireless bridge. A site visit tells you which is best.
Do I need permits for cameras on Staten Island? Generally not for ordinary camera installs, but rules vary and apply to electrical or alarm work. Ask your installer and check with the NYC Department of Buildings if you are unsure.
How long does a Staten Island camera installation take? Most homes take about a day. Larger lots or commercial buildings may take two or more days.
Ready for a custom quote? Call Revolvis at 347-258-9165 for a site visit and a written, itemized estimate.
Safety note: A camera system supports, but does not replace, good locks, lighting, alarms and everyday habits. If you are in danger or witnessing a crime, call 911. Prices and legal summaries in this guide are general information for the New York metro area, not an offer or legal advice. A written quote after a site visit governs your actual price, and for legal questions you should confirm with the agencies linked in the article or a licensed attorney.