PCI Compliance Statistics 2026
50+ statistics from 4,721 compliance programmes across 7 industries and 22 countries
Maturity Statistics
Maturity scored 0–100 across evidence sufficiency, automation rate, remediation velocity, and control coverage.
Cost Statistics
Total annual compliance spend including QSA fees, internal labour, tooling, and remediation.
Audit Hours Statistics
Annual hours covering evidence collection, gap remediation, and QSA engagement.
Remediation Statistics
Time from gap identification to verified closure, measured in calendar days.
2026 Industry Data Table
| Industry | Maturity | Annual Cost | Audit Hours | Remediation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS | 68/100 | $98k | 650h | 5.4d |
| FinTech | 66/100 | $120k | 820h | 6.2d |
| eCommerce | 60/100 | $145k | 870h | 7.8d |
| Financial Services | 59/100 | $280k | 1,380h | 8.3d |
| Healthcare | 56/100 | $195k | 1,100h | 8.8d |
| Retail | 53/100 | $168k | 990h | 9.1d |
| Hospitality | 47/100 | $178k | 1,050h | 10.4d |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average PCI compliance maturity score?
58/100 cross-industry average in 2026, ranging from 47 (Hospitality) to 68 (FinTech). Maturity is scored across evidence sufficiency, automation rate, remediation velocity, and control coverage.
How much does PCI compliance cost on average?
$169k per year across all industries, with Financial Services at $280k and SaaS at $98k. Costs include QSA fees, internal labour, tooling, and remediation effort.
How many hours does a PCI audit take?
Industry average 953 hours/year, ranging from 650 hours (SaaS) to 1,380 hours (Financial Services). Hours include evidence collection, gap remediation, and QSA engagement.
Which industry has the fastest PCI remediation time?
SaaS at 5.4 days average, down 6% year-on-year. This is driven by high automation adoption (74%), mature CI/CD pipelines, and pre-built remediation playbooks.