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Network Cable Installation in the US Procurement Price, Data and Insights
Network cable installation is the process of arranging a building or structure's data communications infrastructure so that one network component is able to share information with another. The typical buyers of network cable installation services are commercial businesses, owners of residences, schools, and governments.
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What’s included in this market coverage
IBISWorld's research coverage on the Network Cable Installation procurement and pricing environment in the United States includes market dynamics, buyer power scores, supply chain vendors with pricing trends and forecasts.
About this Market
What’s this procurement report about?
This procurement coverage of the Network Cable Installation market in the United States includes Network Cable Installation and Data Communications Infrastructure. Standard coding in this coverage includes ISIC-4321-Electrical installation, NACE-43.21-Electrical Installation, NAICS-238210-Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors and UNSPSC-72151602-Fiber optic cable installation service.
What common market terminology is included?
Common market terminology included in the Network Cable Installation procurement coverage includes Ethernet Cable (Ethernet cable is the standard, copper-based cable commonly used to connect electronic devices to data communications networks.), Category 5 Ethernet Cable (Copper based network cabling that can support either 10 megabytes per second or 100 megabytes per second speed options.), Category 5e Ethernet Cable (The most widely used Ethernet cable on the market, able to support speeds of 10, 100, or 1000 megabytes per second of data transmission.), Category 6 Ethernet Cable (Ethernet cabling able to support up to 1,000 megabytes per second of data transmission and up to 250 megahertz of bandwidth.), Category 6a Ethernet Cable (Ethernet cabling capable of 10,000 megabytes per second of data transmission, as well as up to 500 megahertz of bandwidth.), Fiber Optic Cable (Glass-based network cabling that transmits data through light refraction at high speeds and high bandwidth with immunity to electrical interference.) and Network Connection Point (Also known as ports, jacks, or drops, network connection points allow electronic devices to enter the data communication network. These points are typically found in wall outlets.).
What companies are included as top suppliers?
The top companies covered in the Network Cable Installation procurement report as suppliers are CTS Corporation, Black Box, Commscope Inc., Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. and Anixter International Inc..
Opportunity Assessment
What’s included in the Opportunity Assessment chapter?
The Opportunity Assessment chapter provides a comprehensive market analysis of the Network Cable Installation market in the United States category, including buyer power scoring, market pricing trends, vendor landscape, cost structure, and strategic negotiation levers.
The market pricing trends include the Market Price (2026) per drop, a five year price forecast and a supply chain risk score. Vendor coverage includes a market share and cost structure breakdown.
Analysis includes a comprehensive SWOT analysis of and recent developments impacting the Network Cable Installation market environment.
Buyer Power Score
What’s included in the Buyer Power Score chapter?
The Buyer Power Score chapter assesses key components impacting Network Cable Installation procurement including the recent price trend, forecast price trend, availability of substitutes, switching costs, product specialization, average vendor risk, market share concentration, supply chain risk, price driver volatility and recent price volatility.
These components generate a Buyer Power Score that ranges from -5 (strongly favoring sellers) to +5 (strongly favoring buyers) plus a recommended strategy for procurement specialists.
Price Environment
What’s included in the Price Environment chapter?
The Price Environment chapter covers detailed pricing analysis and datasets on Network Cable Installation market environment. This includes insights into market pricing Market Price (2026), price forecasts, volatility, specialization, substitutes and switching costs.
Datasets in the Price Environment chapter include vendor cost structure, breakdowns of wage rates by geography and specialty, key external economic and labor drivers impacting the market and market pricing models.
Supply Chain & Vendors
What’s included in the Supply Chain & Vendors chapter?
The Supply Chain & Vendors chapter covers the concentration, risk and diversity of the Network Cable Installation market. This includes datasets on the market’s top suppliers, detailed analysis on the key sourcing risks and supply chain dynamics, with environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations and scores.
Business Requirements
What’s included in the Business Requirements chapter?
The Business Requirements chapter covers vendor relationships, qualifications, service level agreements and key performance indicators. These inputs provide insight into the planning process through the buying lead time, vendor relationship and vendor qualifications. The sourcing process include key RFP elements like an organizational overview, project budget, selection criteria, project schedule, proposal format, inventory control, cost containment, regulation, quality control, distribution and key contract clauses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current market price for Network Cable Installation?
The 2026 benchmark market price for Network Cable Installation is $197 per drop. Prices have increased at a CAGR of 4.83 from 2023-26.
Who are the top vendors in the Network Cable Installation market?
The top vendors in the Network Cable Installation market include CTS Corporation, Black Box, Commscope Inc., Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. and Anixter International Inc..
What industries supply the Network Cable Installation market?
The top industries supplying the Network Cable Installation market are Electronic Part & Equipment Wholesaling in the US, Semiconductor & Circuit Manufacturing in the US, Telecommunication Networking Equipment Manufacturing in the US, Wire & Cable Manufacturing in the US, Copper Rolling, Drawing & Extruding in the US, Glass Product Manufacturing in the US, Wiring Device Manufacturing in the US and Plastic & Resin Manufacturing in the US.
What is the supply chain risk for Network Cable Installation?
Balanced market concentration and moderate vendor risk create a competitive but variable supplier landscape. The network cable installation market exhibits medium market share concentration, with a mix of regional contractors and national service providers competing for projects. Vendor risk is also medium, as provider capabilities and financial stability can vary across the fragmented supplier base. This creates a competitive environment but requires careful supplier vetting. Buyers should implement structured qualification processes, evaluate past performance, and maintain a diversified supplier pool to ensure consistent service delivery and pricing discipline.
What factors affect the price of Network Cable Installation?
The application and intended use of network cable installation services significantly affect pricing, as commercial businesses typically require more complex installations with higher quality materials and compliance with industry standards, leading to increased costs compared to residential installations. Additionally, specific use cases such as schools or government buildings may demand specialized services or security features, further driving up prices based on the project's complexity and the level of expertise required.
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