Is owning an ATM profitable?
Daniel said self-service or buying your own ATM is very profitable, and between 15 and 30 transactions a month yield a high return. "[It's] a great secondary source of income that could equal between anywhere between $20,000 and $30,000 extra per year," he said.
How much does owning an ATM cost?
Generally, ATM machines cost anywhere from around $1,000 up to $25,000 or more. A freestanding ATM machine costs approximately $3,500 to $7,000 and up. A built-in/through-the-wall ATM machine costs roughly $5,000 to $10,000 and up. A used/refurbished ATM machine can be purchased starting at about $500.