By Peter Korpak · Reviewed against our methodology · Last updated
PBMares is a regional SOC 2 audit firm in Newport News, VA, USA that charges $20K–$55K for Type II audits with 4–8 month timelines. Founded in 1979, they hold 2 accreditations and specialize in SaaS, Healthcare, Financial Services, and 2 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the regional average of $21K–$57.429K.
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certifications (tier avg: 3)
Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the regional tier.
| PBMares | Crowe MacKay LLP | Holbrook & Manter | Tanner LLC | Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell (CBM) | Linford & Company | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $20K–$55K | $25K–$50K | $20K–$55K | $20K–$55K | $20K–$55K | $18K–$58K |
| Type I Cost | $15K–$40K | $15K–$30K | $15K–$40K | $15K–$40K | $15K–$40K | $13K–$35K |
| Timeline | 4–8 mo | 4–11 mo | 4–8 mo | 4–8 mo | 4–8 mo | 3–8 mo |
| Team Size | 50-300+ | 450–500 | 50–300 | 99–300 | 50–300 | 25–35 |
| Certifications | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Founded | 1979 | 1969 | 1919 | 1946 | 1921 | 2008 |
For buyers in SaaS and Healthcare, PBMares fits the regional profile when timeline (4–8 months) and Type II pricing ($20K–$55K) align with what regional firms typically deliver. Their 2 active accreditations — including PCI-QSA — extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
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5 industries — Regional average: 5
2 certifications — Regional average: 3
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PBMares SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $15K to $40K. Type II audits range from $20K to $55K. This is in the mid-range for regional firms — the regional tier average is $21K–$57.429K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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