Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a global leader in security and facility services, offering proactive security solutions and integrated services to help clients focus on their core business. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California, and Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, the company has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, including the merger of AlliedBarton Security Services and Universal Services of America. With approximately 770,000 employees, Allied Universal is one of the largest private employers in North America. The company operates in over 100 countries, managing more than 50,000 client sites globally. Its services include security guard services, access control systems, risk advisory, event services, and janitorial services, tailored to sectors such as higher education, healthcare, retail, and government. Allied Universal emphasizes local leadership and innovative technology to provide customized solutions that enhance safety and efficiency for businesses and communities.
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Headcount trend
Allied Universal went from 24,293 employees in Jul 2023 to 24,150 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 788 people joined, 979 left.
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- May 2021 · Debt Financing · $3.4B
- Feb 2019 · Venture · CDPQ
- Jul 2016 · $50.1M
- Jul 2015 · $17.8M
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How many employees does Allied Universal have?
Allied Universal has about 24,150 employees, down 0.1% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).
What is Allied Universal's revenue per employee?
Allied Universal makes about $952K in revenue per employee, based on $23B annual revenue and 24,150 employees.
How much does Allied Universal pay?
6figr has 9 salary profiles for Allied Universal in the US and 1 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Allied Universal salaries page. See Allied Universal salaries in the US
How much funding has Allied Universal raised?
Allied Universal has raised $3.42B in total funding; its latest round was Debt Financing in May 2021.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 27 Feb 2026.