Data Center & Colocation Hosting in Washington
Low-cost hydroelectric power in the Pacific Northwest with world-class connectivity
Washington State offers some of the lowest electricity rates in the nation, powered primarily by the Columbia River hydroelectric system. The state's abundant clean energy has attracted major tech companies and data center operators to the region, particularly in central Washington where wholesale power rates are among the most competitive anywhere. With a temperate climate that reduces cooling costs and robust fiber connectivity through Seattle's internet exchange points, Washington presents an ideal environment for both Bitcoin mining and AI/HPC deployments.
Infrastructure Overview
Washington State offers some of the lowest electricity rates in the nation, powered primarily by the Columbia River hydroelectric system. The state's abundant clean energy has attracted major tech com... Rax Data & Energy provides turnkey hosting solutions across Washington with professional facility management, 24/7 monitoring, and competitive power rates.
Pacific Northwest hydroelectric grid through Bonneville Power Administration and local PUDs. Cool climate reduces cooling overhead. Major internet exchange points in Seattle provide low-latency connectivity. No state income tax for businesses.
Colocation Hosting
Professional rack space with redundant power, cooling, and network connectivity in Washington data centers.
| Location | Rate | Capacity | Minimum | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Washington | Contact for rates | 1-20 MW | 500 kW | Direct PUD hydropower, fiber backbone, cool climate |
AI / HPC Hosting
Enterprise-grade GPU clusters and high-density rack space for AI workloads in Washington.
| Location | Rate | Capacity | Minimum | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wenatchee, WA | Contact for pricing | 5-50 MW | 1 MW | Hydroelectric power, proximity to Seattle IX, fiber connectivity |
Why Washington?
Hydroelectric Power
Washington's Columbia River system provides some of the cheapest electricity in the US, with wholesale rates well below the national average.
Cool Climate
Pacific Northwest temperatures reduce mechanical cooling requirements, lowering PUE ratios and operational costs year-round.
Tier-1 Connectivity
Seattle Internet Exchange (SIX) and direct fiber routes to major cloud regions provide ultra-low latency for AI/HPC workloads.
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