Data Center Tax Incentives in West Virginia

5 of 9 data center facilities in West Virginia receive tax incentives such as property tax abatements, sales tax exemptions on servers and equipment, or discounted utility rates. While these deals attract investment and jobs (an estimated 1,582 positions statewide), they also reduce local tax revenue that would otherwise fund schools, roads, and emergency services. Residents should review public incentive agreements to understand the trade-offs.