Meta to Build South Carolina Data Center, Creating 100 Jobs [Video]

Meta announced Thursday that it will build its first South Carolina data center in Aiken County, investing $800 million in the project. The 715,000-square-foot facility, located in Sage Mill Industrial Park, will support Meta’s artificial intelligence operations and create 100 new jobs. The Aiken County center will be Meta’s 22nd in the U.S. and 26th globally, enhancing the infrastructure for its platforms, including Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. According to WCCB, Meta is committed to local hiring and collaborating with local partners for construction and operations. The center is slated to begin operations in spring 2027, with job opportunities available on the Meta careers page.

To read the full story, click here