Alarm Monitoring Market Report 2026

The alarm monitoring market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $62.62 billion in 2025 to $66.92 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising need for residential and commercial security, early integration of centralized monitoring systems, technological evolution in alarm communication, increasing awareness toward property protection, initial urban security infrastructure development.

The alarm monitoring market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $86.96 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of smart connected security systems, rising urbanization and smart city initiatives, growing focus on real-time threat detection, increasing investments in advanced monitoring platforms, strengthening regulatory and compliance frameworks. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing focus on reducing false alarms, growing demand for centralized monitoring efficiency, rising adoption of remote incident verification systems, enhanced emphasis on regulatory and safety compliance, growing reliance on real-time response and communication platforms.

Rising crime rates are anticipated to drive the growth of the alarm monitoring market in the coming years. Crime refers to any illegal act or behavior that violates the law. Alarm monitoring functions as a rapid response mechanism, helping to deter and reduce criminal activities by notifying authorities or property owners about unauthorized entry, theft, or security violations. For example, in January 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government agency, police-recorded crime in England and Wales remained largely stable in the year ending September 2023, with a marginal increase of 1% compared to the previous year. During this period, a total of 6.7 million crimes were recorded, up from 6.6 million in the year ending September 2022. Consequently, the rise in crime rates is contributing to the expansion of the alarm monitoring market.

Major players in the alarm monitoring market are intensifying their focus on introducing smart home protection solutions to establish a competitive advantage in the industry. Smart home protection solutions comprise interconnected devices and technologies aimed at augmenting the security and safety of residential properties. Typically, these solutions integrate a variety of sensors, cameras, alarms, and smart technologies. For example, in June 2023, SimpliSafe, a US-based smart home security company, unveiled its 24/7 Live Guard Protection service. This service is specifically tailored to enhance protection for homes utilizing the Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Security Camera alongside the Fast Protect Monitoring plan. The camera integrates video verification and 24/7 live guard protection features, enabling monitoring agents to assess and verify potential threats in real-time. Equipped with advanced technology, the Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Security Camera records motion, promptly connecting users with live agents when necessary. It incorporates onboard AI capable of detecting human movement, triggering alarms, and recording events, enhancing security measures effectively.

In June 2024, Wayne Alarm Systems Inc., a U.S.-based company specializing in life safety and security solutions, acquired SAS Security Systems Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition is intended to enhance Wayne Alarm's presence in the greater Boston area, allowing the company to provide its security services to a wider customer base. SAS Security Systems Inc. focuses on offering a variety of security solutions, including video surveillance, access control systems, and integrated security services.

Major companies operating in the alarm monitoring market report are ADT security services, ABB Ltd., Ademco Pte Ltd., AT&T Inc., Chubb Community Care Ltd., Comcast Corporation, CPI Security System Inc., Diebold Nixdorf Inc., Engineered Protection Systems Inc., FrontPoint Security Solutions LLC, G4S plc, Global Security Solutions, Guardian Protection Services Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Johnson Controls International plc, Robert Bosch GmbH, Rockwell Automation Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Schneider Electric, Secom Co. Ltd., Sector Alarm AS, Securitas AB, Siemens AG, Simplisafe Inc., Slomin's Inc., Stanley Black & Decker Inc., Trigion Security Services Ltd., Tyco International plc, United Technologies Corporation, Vector Security Inc., Vivint Smart Home Inc.

North America was the largest region in the alarm monitoring market share in 2025. The regions covered in the alarm monitoring market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the alarm monitoring market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The alarm monitoring market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as wireless alarm systems, wired alarm systems, monitored alarm systems, and unmonitored alarm system. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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