The Economic Impact of US Data Center Construction

This report (available below) from Zenith Economics details the explosive growth and nationwide economic impact of data center construction in 2025. With capital expenditures projected to exceed $202 billion (including servers, equipment, and infrastructure), data center development now comprises 5.6% of all private nonresidential construction in the U.S., up tenfold over the past decade. Using IMPLAN modeling, this report estimates that current-year construction activity will support over 571,000 U.S. jobs, generate $155.8 billion in business sales, contribute $80.6 billion to GDP, and produce $17.8 billion in federal, state, and local tax revenues. The findings show how data centers are not only transforming the digital landscape but also serving as a critical engine of job creation and economic growth. 

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