Meta Building A Data Center In Aiken County

Meta announced today it will build a data center in Aiken County, creating an estimated 100 new jobs within the next few years.

It will mark Meta's first South Carolina operation.

Meta's data centers are part of the global infrastructure that powers the company's technologies and services, including Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.

The new 715,000-square-foot data center will be located in the Sage Mill Industrial Park, marking the company's 22nd data center in the United States and 26th in the world.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster was in Aiken County today for the economic development announcement.

"Meta's decision to locate its newest operation in Aiken County is a major win for South Carolina's thriving technology industry. Meta's $800 million investment will significantly impact our economy, creating valuable jobs and further driving innovation. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Meta that will benefit our communities and enhance our state's reputation as a technological leader," said McMaster.

Meta Director of Data Center Strategy, Kevin Janda, also spoke during the announcement and added that South Carolina's great access to infrastructure and energy made the Palmetto State an excelllent choice for a new data center.

"We are excited to make Aiken County our new home and are committed to playing a positive role here and investing in the community's long-term vitality. South Carolina stood out as an outstanding location for our newest data center thanks to its deep pool of talent, and amazing community partners. Our thanks go out to all who have helped get us here," said Janda.

The data center's electricity use will be matched with 100% renewable energy, and Meta will work with local partners to add new renewables to the grid.

The new data center is expected to be operational in the spring of 2027. Job opportunities will be available on the Meta careers page, www.metacareers.com.