America's Data Center Count Is About to Nearly Double
The number of data centers in the United States is set to nearly double. Currently, there are about 4,000 existing data centers, with nearly 3,000 more under construction. This expansion reflects the growing demand for data storage and processing capabilities across the country.
- ▪There are roughly 4,000 existing data centers in the US.
- ▪Almost 3,000 data centers are currently under construction.
- ▪The increase in data centers indicates a rising demand for data storage and processing.
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America's Data Center Count Is About to Nearly Double Macroeconomic Indicators & Trends May 16, 2026 America's Data Center Count Is About to Nearly Double About the Author Torsten Slok Partner, Chief Economist Share In the US, there are roughly 4,000 existing data centers, and there are almost 3,000 data centers under construction, see chart below. 1 page Sources: Americas-AI-Surge-Powering-Growth-in-Every-State.pdf, Data Centers – Database, Apollo Chief Economist Download high-res chart Disclosures This presentation may not be distributed, transmitted or otherwise communicated to others in whole or in part without the express consent of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, “Apollo”).
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