Equinix Chicago
Operated by Equinix
Capacity
85.3MW
Tier Level
Tier 2
Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path
PUE
1.21
GoodGreen Score
66/ 100
Certifications
4
Nearest IXP
Equinix IX Ashburn
915 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Equinix Chicago |
| Operator | Equinix |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 85.3 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.21Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 2 — Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path |
| Location | 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.8832, -87.6420 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 380 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001PCI DSSHIPAA |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
0
IXPs within 50 km
0
IXPs within 100 km
0
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 915 km | 280 |
| NYIIX New York | New York | 1145 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 1145 km | 300 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 1295 km | 150 |
| MEX-IX Mexico City | Mexico City | 2724 km | 70 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
22.4% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
65.8/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇺🇸 US)
Est. Annual CO2
343.6ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇺🇸 United States)
Equinix Portfolio
Equinix
159 facilities across 19 countries
Total Facilities
159
Countries
19
Facility Types
Countries Present
Local Market Context
24
Facilities in Chicago
536
Facilities in United States
7
Operators in Chicago
#6
City rank in United States
Chicago ranks #6 in United States by facility count, with 24 data centers operated by 7 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Chicago
Chicago has 24 facilities from 7 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Equinix Chicago?
Equinix Chicago is a colocation data center operated by Equinix in Chicago, United States, with 85.3 MW capacity and Tier 2 certification.
What certifications does Equinix Chicago have?
Equinix Chicago holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA.
How efficient is Equinix Chicago?
Equinix Chicago has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.21, which is rated as "good". This is 22.4% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Equinix Chicago?
The nearest IXP is Equinix IX Ashburn in Ashburn, located 915 km away with 280 connected participants.