As demand for digital services continues to grow, data centers have become essential infrastructure supporting the modern economy. Beyond powering cloud computing and online services, data centers deliver meaningful, measurable benefits to local communities—strengthening public services, creating jobs, and driving long‑term economic growth.
Economic Growth
Data centers are critical infrastructure for a modern economy, powering innovation and enabling businesses to grow. These data centers contributed $727 billion to U.S. GDP in 2023, driving investment, strengthening local economies and fueling the services businesses of every size depend on.
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$727 billion
in total U.S. GDP contributions in 2023
Driving Local Tax Revenue
Data centers can be powerful additions to a community’s tax base. From 2017 to 2023, data centers generated $715.5 billion in tax contributions for federal, state, and local governments. In 2023 alone, the industry contributed $162.7 billion in tax revenue, representing a 146% increase compared to 2017. These revenues help fund essential public services that residents rely on every day such as improvements in education, public safety, infrastructure, and community amenities like parks and libraries.
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$162.7 Billion
in tax revenue in 2023
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$715.5 billion
in tax contributions for federal, state & local governments
Job Creation
Data centers are also powerful job creators. In 2023, the industry directly employed 600,000 workers and supported 4.7 million jobs nationwide. These roles span construction, operations, utilities, and a wide range of supporting industries, providing stable employment opportunities and attracting skilled talent to local economies.
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4.7 Million
jobs supported in 2023
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600,000
workers directly employed in 2023
As communities look for ways to promote growth, resilience, and opportunity, expanding data center development offers a clear path forward.
