Readiness Score • 2026 Assessment

Chicago IL AI Readiness

Composite readiness score for Chicago IL covering power availability, fiber proximity, cooling infrastructure, and regulatory velocity.

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Is Chicago IL a good location for an AI data center?

Chicago IL scores 78/100 on our AI Readiness Index, earning a "B" rating. Key factors include a 65/100 power score (based on $0.07/kWh local rates), 98/100 fiber connectivity, and 70/100 for permit velocity.

Key Data Points

  • Overall Score: 78/100 (Band B)
  • Power Score (TTPS): 65/100
  • Fiber Score: 98/100
  • Permit Velocity: 70/100

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78
Band B
65
Power
98
Fiber
90
Cooling
70
Permits

Site Selection Analysis: Chicago IL

Chicago IL is a Tier 1 Market with a composite readiness score of 78/100. This market is suitable for deployment with minor infrastructure investments.

Power Infrastructure

Local power costs of $0.07/kWh place Chicago IL at the mid-point of the national cost curve. As a Tier 1 hub, expect 18-24 month interconnection timelines in major substations.

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The 'Site Selection' Deep Dive

  • The 5 substations in Ohio that still have capacity.
  • Why 'Site Control' is meaningless without power.
  • Full TTPS scores for Chicago IL queue positions.
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