Meta to receive over $3 billion in tax breaks for its 2,250 acre Louisiana data center – enough to fund the state’s police budget for seven years
Meta is set to receive $3.3 billion in tax breaks for its new data center in Louisiana, which will cover 2,250 acres. The investment is expected to significantly impact the local economy, although it may also lead to rising housing costs for residents. The Hyperion campus is projected to create only 500 long-term jobs despite the substantial financial incentives.
- ▪Meta will not pay any sales tax on GPU purchases for the Louisiana data center.
- ▪The Hyperion campus will require three new natural gas turbine plants to meet its energy needs.
- ▪House prices in Richland Parish have increased by over 170% since the announcement of the data center.
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Pro Meta to receive over $3 billion in tax breaks for its 2,250 acre Louisiana data center – enough to fund the state’s police budget for seven years News By Benedict Collins published 19 May 2026 Meta won't pay any sales tax on GPUs purchased for the site When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Meta will receive $3.3 billion in tax breaks for Louisiana datacenterThe company will pay zero sales tax on GPU purchases for the siteThe number of natural gas turbine plants needed to power the campus has…
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