How Much Does a Scoreboard Cost?
Most scoreboards cost between $3,500 and $25,000 or more, depending on sport, size, and features. A basic outdoor scoreboard starts around $4,500; a mid-range digital scoreboard with sponsor signage runs $12,000 to $15,000; and a full LED video display starts around $35,000 and scales up from there for large stadium or arena systems, depending on size and pixel resolution.
Below, we break down what drives the price, and how most schools fund a project like this without it competing with the rest of the budget.
How Schools Pay for It
Most schools do not pay full price out of pocket. Through Nevco Media Group, schools can offset up to 100% of the cost of a new scoreboard or video display through local sponsorship and advertising revenue, turning the purchase into a self-funding project instead of a line-item competing with textbooks and buses.
How it works:
Nevco Media Group sells and manages local sponsor placements on the display on the school’s behalf. Proceeds apply toward the equipment cost first, then continue as a recurring revenue stream for the school after it is paid off.
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Price Ranges by Sport
How much does a baseball or softball scoreboard cost?
A baseball or softball scoreboard typically costs $4,500 to $26,000. Most programs at this level choose a standard feature or inning-by-inning display sized for the outfield fence, with options to add pitch count, pitch time, and a sponsor panel.
How much does a basketball (indoor) scoreboard cost?
A basketball (indoor) scoreboard typically costs $3,500 to $14,000. Center-hung or wall-mount configurations are both common and shot-clock and end-of-period light integration is standard at this level.
How much does a football scoreboard cost?
A football scoreboard typically costs $4,500 to $23,000 or more. Larger structure and higher visibility requirements push this tier up, and many programs pair the scoreboard with a play clock and, increasingly, a video board for game-night atmosphere.
How much does a hockey scoreboard cost?
A hockey scoreboard typically costs $6,000 to $15,000. Indoor rink sightlines and penalty-clock integration are the main configuration factors.
How much does a soccer or multi-sport outdoor scoreboard cost?
A soccer or multi-sport outdoor scoreboard typically costs $4,500 to $23,000. Shared-use fields typically choose a multi-sport-capable board that serves more than one program.
Price Ranges by Type and Size
Traditional segment or digit scoreboards:
Starting around $4,500. The entry tier: reliable, straightforward, and built for programs that need accurate score and clock without video capability.
LED intelligent caption scoreboards:
$14,000 to $35,000. The mid-tier: more display flexibility and scoring data capability than a traditional board, without the full cost of a video system.
LED video displays and video boards: Indoor video boards start at around $35,000 for a small standalone display, scaling to $150,000 or more for a full-arena system. Outdoor video boards start at around $50,000, scaling up to $300,000 or more. Final turnkey pricing depends on a few key factors: accessories, production equipment such as cameras and instant replay, and installation. Your exact configuration is confirmed during a free facility evaluation.
Scorers tables: Scorers tables range from $4,500 for smaller, non-lit styles up to $12,000 for larger, full LED front-faced tables.
Scoring accessories:
Scoring accessories such as shot clocks, delay-of-game timers, and pitch timers start at $1,300 depending on model style.
What Moves the Price
- Size and pixel resolution (for video displays)
- LED versus traditional segment display
- Indoor versus outdoor: weatherproofing and brightness for direct sunlight
- Wireless versus wired control
- Installation, structural or foundation work, and site conditions
- Control software and ongoing costs: Nevco ONE Video Pro has no subscription fee, unlike many competitors’ control software
What’s Included, and Next Steps
Included with every system:
- 5-year warranty (3 years on sound, 2 years on wireless and portable) with support handled directly by Nevco, never a third-party dealer
- In-house installation and support
- Nevco ONE Video Pro control software, with no ongoing subscription fee