Data Center & Colocation Hosting in Arizona

Solar capital of America with Phoenix metro infrastructure and connectivity

Arizona's Sonoran Desert receives more solar energy per square meter than virtually anywhere else in the continental United States, making it a prime location for solar-powered data center and mining operations. The Phoenix metro area has emerged as one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the nation, with major hyperscalers investing billions in new capacity. This existing infrastructure creates a robust ecosystem of power, connectivity, and technical workforce. Arizona's flat corporate tax rate and no property tax on business equipment further enhance the financial case for hosting operations in the state.

Infrastructure Overview

Arizona's Sonoran Desert receives more solar energy per square meter than virtually anywhere else in the continental United States, making it a prime location for solar-powered data center and mining ... Rax Data & Energy provides turnkey hosting solutions across Arizona with professional facility management, 24/7 monitoring, and competitive power rates.

Grid Advantages

Southwest grid with the nation's best solar irradiance. Phoenix metro is a top-5 US data center market. Arizona Public Service (APS) and Salt River Project (SRP) offer competitive commercial rates. No property tax on business personal property (equipment). Growing renewable portfolio standard.

Colocation Hosting

Professional colocation in Arizona's booming data center market.

LocationRateCapacityMinimumFeatures
Phoenix Metro, AZContact for rates1-20 MW500 kWTier-1 connectivity, APS/SRP partnerships, solar PPA available

AI / HPC Hosting

Enterprise-grade GPU and compute infrastructure in Arizona.

LocationRateCapacityMinimumFeatures
Mesa/Chandler, AZContact for pricing5-50 MW1 MWPhoenix IX connectivity, established tech corridor, solar integration

Why Arizona?

Solar Capital

Arizona receives more solar energy than any other state in the Lower 48, enabling the most competitive solar PPA pricing in the nation.

Top-5 DC Market

Phoenix metro is one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the US, with robust power and connectivity infrastructure already in place.

No Equipment Tax

Arizona does not levy property tax on business personal property, eliminating a significant cost for hardware-intensive operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Arizona utilities APS and SRP offer competitive commercial rates for large power consumers. Solar PPA and behind-the-meter solar options can further reduce costs. Phoenix metro facilities benefit from established utility infrastructure. Contact us for current rate quotes.

Yes. Arizona facilities include enterprise-grade AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. The Mesa/Chandler corridor in Phoenix metro offers established tech infrastructure and connectivity.

While Arizona's desert climate is hot, modern data center designs using evaporative cooling and hot/cold aisle containment operate efficiently. The extremely low humidity actually benefits cooling efficiency. Many operators report competitive PUE ratios.

Deployment timelines vary by facility. Some Arizona locations offer immediate installation, while larger deployments may require 5-14 days for infrastructure preparation.

Rax provides ongoing facility management including power monitoring, environmental controls, security, and hardware health checks. Our team handles infrastructure so you can focus on optimizing your mining or compute operations.

Ready to Deploy in Arizona?

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