Gallup poll: 70% of Americans oppose data centers in their communities

A new Gallup survey reveals that over 70% of Americans oppose data center construction in their communities, with The Verge reporting that only 7% are strongly in favor. Hacker News noted the opposition is bipartisan but especially intense among Democrats, and that more Americans would prefer living near a nuclear power plant than a data center. The Verge added that the survey, conducted among over 3,000 American adults in March and April 2026, found water and electricity usage were the top concerns driving opposition.

The VergeGallup: Over 70% of Americans oppose local AI data center construction