Nearly two-thirds of voters in Florida support building data centers in their communities, according to recent findings. The survey shows that 64% of respondents are in favor of this proposal, which aims to lower local property taxes and improve the security of jobs and sensitive data from foreign threats.
The support crosses party lines, with 77% of Republicans, 62% of Independents, and 46% of Democrats expressing approval. The proposal also has broad backing among different demographic groups: 62% of white voters, 66% of black voters, and 70% of Hispanic voters are supportive.
Regional differences appear limited, as majority approval is recorded across all media markets in Florida. Support is highest in Ft. Myers at 75%, followed by Miami and Palm Beach at 67%, Orlando and Jacksonville at 64%, the Panhandle and Gainesville at 63%, and Tampa at 57%.
Age does not appear to be a significant factor in levels of support. Among seniors, approval stands at 74%, while it is at 53% for voters under the age of thirty. Notably, among those who voted for Donald Trump in the 2024 election, support reaches 76%.
Jeremy Sheftel, Vice President of Political Operations for Associated Industries of Florida (AIF), commented on the findings: “Florida voters want smart economic growth that lowers their property tax burden, creates high-paying jobs here at home, and secures our state’s most sensitive information from hostile foreign actors overseas,” said Sheftel. “Building data centers is a common‑sense measure that delivers real relief for homeowners and workers while keeping our data here in America and out of the hands of bad actors like Communist China. At a time when cost and affordability are squeezing Florida families who are working record hours trying to make an honest living, Florida lawmakers have a real opportunity to deliver tangible relief to voters by welcoming data center investments that lower taxes and boost local economies while keeping our data out of the hands of our adversaries.”
Associated Industries of Florida describes itself as “The Voice of Florida Business” since its founding in 1920. The organization represents businesses before all branches of state government with a focus on supporting prosperity and free enterprise.
More information about AIF can be found on their website AIF.com or through their social media account @VoiceofFLBiz.
