JLL’s January 2026 forecast for average global data-center shell-and-core construction cost in 2026
$11.3M/MWforecast
| Value kind | forecast — Forecasts are time-bound outlooks, not specifications; test decisions across plausible scenarios. |
|---|---|
| Scope | Shell and core; tenant technology fit-out is separate. Confirm the project MW denominator and inclusions before using it in a budget. |
| As of | 2026-01 |
| Source | JLL, 2026 Global Data Center Market Outlook · Data center construction costs section and scope note below the chart |
| Review | checking…review by 2027-01-05 · fast cadence |
| Recorded changes | last 2026-09-16 · 2 revisions tracked |
| Claim id | jll-2026-global-average-shell-and-core-build |
Where the guide uses it
- 2.2 Delivery Models & the Owner's Organization
- 6.3 Building Envelope, Architecture & Site Civil Works
- 16.4 The Economics of the Build-Out
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