NAICS 56162

Security Systems Services

Key Figures

Establishments
11,112
Census CBP · 2023
Employment
144,585
Census CBP · 2023
Market size
$33.9B
Census Economic Census · 2022

Figures are published for NAICS 56162 directly.

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Official definition

This industry comprises establishments engaged in (1) selling security systems, such as burglar and fire alarms and locking devices, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services or (2) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems.

Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.

Which code does this activity belong in?

Security Systems Services (56162) covers establishments that sell alarm systems and locking devices together with installation, repair, or monitoring services, as well as those providing remote monitoring of electronic security alarms. Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161) covers the provision of personnel-based security activities such as guard patrols, detective work, and the physical transportation of valuables. The boundary separates technology-focused alarm system businesses from those primarily engaged in employing security personnel or conducting investigations.

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