# Over the last half decade, wholesale electricity prices have increased 267% in places close to data centers.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-09 · NPR*

## Key points

- Wholesale electricity prices have risen 267% near data centers over the past five years.
- There is growing backlash against new data centers due to their perceived impact on electricity costs.
- Some experts argue data centers are being blamed for longstanding problems with the aging U.S. power grid.
- The ability of the U.S. grid to support future growth is now under increased scrutiny.

**Countries:** United States

[Read the full story on NPR](https://www.npr.org/2026/04/09/nx-s1-5777766/where-ai-data-centers-are-reducing-power-bills)

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