en.Wedoany.com Reported - Amazon plans to invest $10 billion to develop a new data center campus in Montgomery County, Missouri, marking one of the largest investments in the company's history.
Announced jointly by Amazon, state government leaders, utility partners, and local stakeholders, the project will add a significant data center to the company's growing infrastructure portfolio, while bringing hundreds of permanent jobs and thousands of construction jobs to the region. Amazon currently employs over 10,000 people in Missouri across fulfillment centers, sorting facilities, delivery stations, and other operations, and the new project will build on this existing base. Local estimates suggest the development is expected to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in property tax revenue over the next 25 years.
Amazon stated that upon completion, the new campus will create hundreds of direct operational jobs, including electricians, HVAC technicians, project engineers, network specialists, and operations managers, while supporting extensive construction activity during the build phase. This announcement solidifies Missouri's position in attracting large-scale digital infrastructure projects. Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe said the announcement represents not only a significant investment in the state's future but also brings new opportunities to Montgomery County and the surrounding areas.
In addition to the data center development, Amazon has committed over $7 million to local projects. This includes $3 million for emergency dispatch services in Montgomery County, over $1 million to build a new community gathering space at the county fairgrounds, and another $3 million for community projects. Amazon has also established a $150,000 community fund to support local initiatives through grants. David Zapolsky, Amazon's Global Affairs and Chief Legal Officer, noted that Amazon has been rooted in Missouri since 2017, and this investment will create hundreds of new jobs, support educators and students, and strengthen local infrastructure.
Regarding power, Amazon will cover all costs for supplying electricity to the facility, including grid connection fees, and is not seeking incentives or preferential electricity rates. The company is collaborating with utility provider Ameren Missouri on the project. Martin J. Lyons Jr., Chairman, President, and CEO of Ameren Corporation, stated that Amazon's investment reinforces Missouri's status as a hub for innovation and a state with an exceptional skilled workforce, and Ameren is committed to providing reliable service at the lowest possible cost for all customers. Additionally, Amazon is partnering with agricultural technology expert Arable Labs to implement water conservation measures, helping local farmers improve irrigation practices, which is expected to reduce water usage by approximately 100 million gallons.
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