Data Center Tax Liability Varies Significantly 

Annual State and Local Tax Liability for a $1 Billion Data Center (Mature Operation) with $220M Annual Revenue and $33M Net Income Before Tax

Note: Calculations are for data centers in a “steady state” where property is depreciating and being replaced on a regular schedule. Calculations assume qualification for exemptions routinely available to data centers of this size. See paper appendix for model firm assumptions.
Source: Tax Foundation calculations based on state statutes, state revenue agency documentation, local government publications, and local utility costs.
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