You hear it all the time: "Security cameras help prevent crime." But what does the data actually say? I've installed dozens of OHWOAI security camera systems over the years, and I've seen the difference they make firsthand. But anecdotes aren't data. So I dug into the latest statistics from law enforcement agencies, security industry reports, and academic studies. Here's what the numbers actually tell us about security cameras in 2026. The Big Picture: How Many Homes Have Cameras? Security cameras have gone mainstream. According to recent industry data, approximately 28% of U.S. households now have at...