MARYSVILLE, Ohio – Amazon is set to invest $1 billion in Marysville, Ohio, by 2030, bolstering its cloud infrastructure and strengthening Ohio’s status as a burgeoning technology hub. The new facility is projected to commence operations by 2027 and will generate at least 25 direct jobs.
Key Points:
- Amazon is investing $1 billion in a Marysville data center.
- The investment is expected to create a minimum of 25 direct jobs.
- City officials anticipate thousands of additional jobs in construction and related local industries.
- Amazon will provide Marysville Exempted Village School District and the city with direct annual payments of $15 million for 15 years.
“This investment by AWS (Amazon Web Services) represents a significant step forward for Marysville and Union County,” said Terry Emery, Marysville city manager, in a press release. “It reinforces our city’s ability to attract leading technology companies and showcases our commitment to fostering economic growth and job creation.”
Amazon’s total planned investment in data center expansion within Ohio is projected to surpass $23 billion by 2030.
“We are proud to reinforce our long-term commitment to the State of Ohio with plans to expand AWS cloud infrastructure in the city of Marysville,” stated Roger Wehner, vice president of economic development at AWS. “Working with state and local leaders, we look forward to investing in the local community, strengthening its local workforce, enhancing educational opportunities, and contributing to the city’s long-term growth.”
Marysville was selected due to its strong business climate, infrastructure suitable for high-tech growth, and skilled workforce. As part of the agreement, Amazon will make over $15 million in direct annual payments to the Marysville Exempted Village School District and the city for a period of 15 years. The company will also collaborate with local non-profit organizations and support infrastructure enhancements for the 33 Innovation Park.
Amazon’s presence in the Buckeye State began a decade ago with the establishment of its initial data centers. Through the close of 2023, Amazon’s investments in Ohio have supported over 4,700 jobs and contributed an estimated $3.8 billion in total gross domestic product to the region. The company has invested $10.3 billion in its Ohio data centers.
In addition to the direct jobs, the city announced in a news release that the investment would support thousands of more jobs in construction and other local industries, generating significant economic impacts. Industries expected to feel the effects of the investment include telecommunications, software development, facilities maintenance, and electric generation.
