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Colocation Datacenters in Chicago, IL, US

Country: United States Region: North America

Find and compare 177 colocation datacenters in Chicago, IL, US. Browse facilities by carrier, internet exchange, power capacity, and location — then request free quotes from any provider in minutes.

Top operators in Chicago, IL, US include Digital Realty, Microsoft, Lumen, Prologis and others. Compare pricing, power, and on-net carriers across 50+ network providers before deciding.

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Facilities in this metro (177)

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Top operators in Chicago, IL, US

  • Digital Realty 11
  • Microsoft 10
  • Lumen 9
  • Prologis 7
  • Unknown Company 7
  • Csquare 6
  • Equinix 6
  • NTT DATA, Inc. 6

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Nearby metros

Why Chicago, IL, US for Colocation?

Chicago, IL, US is a growing colocation market with established carrier presence, with 177 verified colocation datacenters listed on ColoMap. Network operators benefit from peering at DE-CIX Chicago, Global Peer Exchange, BBIX Chicago — active internet exchanges that reduce transit costs and improve latency. Carrier-neutral facilities in the metro offer on-net connectivity to 12 network providers including Cogent Communications, Inc. (AS174), Zayo (AS6461), Infraly, LLC (AS400529), Megaport Global Access (AS49915), Unitas Global (AS1828).

Major colocation providers in the area include Digital Realty, Microsoft, Lumen, Prologis, Unknown Company. Nearby metros worth comparing: Braidwood, IL, US, Dekalb, IL, US, South Bend, IN, US.

Services & Compliance at Chicago, IL, US Colocation Facilities

Most colocation operators in Chicago, IL, US (including Digital Realty, Microsoft, Lumen) offer a standard portfolio of services beyond just rack and power. When you request a free quote on this page, mention which of the following you need so operators can confirm fit and price accurately.

Network & Bandwidth

  • IP transit & bandwidth — committed (CIR) or burstable, billed in Mbps or 95th-percentile
  • Blended IP — multi-carrier transit for high availability
  • BGP support — bring your own ASN for multi-homed deployments
  • DDoS mitigation — included by many providers, premium tiers available
  • Cloud on-ramps — AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, Google Cloud Interconnect, Oracle FastConnect

Cross-Connects

  • Carrier cross-connects — direct fiber or copper to network providers in the meet-me room
  • Customer-to-customer — link cabinets with other tenants for partner architectures
  • IX cross-connects — direct fabric port for peering at on-site internet exchanges
  • Dark fiber — between buildings on a campus for high-bandwidth, low-latency builds
  • Typical pricing: one-time install + monthly recurring, varies by media (CAT6 / SMF / MMF) and distance

Remote Hands & Operations

  • Remote hands / smart hands — 24/7 on-site technicians for reboots, cable swaps, hardware installs
  • NOC services — monitoring, alerting, escalation
  • Managed services — managed firewalls, load balancers, switches
  • Hardware staging — receive, inspect, rack new equipment before turn-up
  • Storage & logistics — secure receiving, asset tagging, dispose-on-site (DOS) drives

Power, Cooling & Security

  • Redundant power — A+B feeds (2N), N+1 UPS, on-site diesel generators
  • Power density — typical 5–10 kW/cabinet; high-density (15–30+ kW) at modern facilities
  • Cooling — CRAH/CRAC, hot/cold aisle containment, in-row cooling, liquid cooling for AI workloads
  • Physical security — 24/7 staff, biometrics, mantraps, CCTV, perimeter fencing
  • Uptime ratings — Uptime Institute Tier II / III / IV certifications common at enterprise facilities

Compliance Certifications

Common compliance certifications held by Chicago, IL, US colocation operators include SOC 1 / SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 / 27017 / 27018, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and for US federal workloads FedRAMP / FISMA / ITAR. International facilities may also hold GDPR readiness attestations and country-specific data residency certifications. Specific certifications vary by facility — always verify in writing before sourcing for regulated workloads. Mention your compliance requirements in the free quote request so operators can confirm fit before pricing.

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Free Quotes for Chicago, IL, US Colocation

Colocation pricing in Chicago, IL, US varies by facility, power needs, term length, and connectivity requirements. Rather than publish ranges that won't apply to your specific deployment, ColoMap connects you directly with operators for free, no-obligation quotes — typically returned within 1–2 business days.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Chicago, IL, US

How many colocation datacenters are in Chicago, IL, US?
There are 177 colocation datacenters listed in Chicago, IL, US on ColoMap. Each profile shows on-net carriers, internet exchanges, address, and a free-quote request form.
Which carriers serve Chicago, IL, US colocation facilities?
Top network carriers on-net at Chicago, IL, US datacenters include Cogent Communications, Inc. (AS174), Zayo (AS6461), Infraly, LLC (AS400529), Megaport Global Access (AS49915), Unitas Global (AS1828), GTT Communications (AS3257) (AS3257). Use the carrier filter on the datacenter directory to find facilities that match your connectivity requirements.
Which internet exchanges operate in Chicago, IL, US?
Active internet exchanges in the Chicago, IL, US area: DE-CIX Chicago, Global Peer Exchange, BBIX Chicago. Peering at a local IX reduces transit costs and improves latency.
Who are the major colocation providers in Chicago, IL, US?
Major operators in Chicago, IL, US include Digital Realty, Microsoft, Lumen, Prologis, Unknown Company. Compare them side-by-side on this page or request quotes from multiple providers at once.
Are the Chicago, IL, US colocation quotes really free?
Yes — every quote request on ColoMap is free and no-obligation. We route your requirements to the matching facility's sales team, and you receive pricing directly from the provider. No signup or credit card required.
How fast will I get pricing for Chicago, IL, US colocation?
Most operators respond with initial quotes within 1–2 business days. If you need urgent pricing, mention it in the message field of the quote request and operators will prioritize.

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Chicago, IL, US is home to 177 colocation datacenters listed on ColoMap.

Major operators in this metro include Digital Realty, Microsoft, Lumen, Prologis.

Top network carriers on-net include Cogent Communications, Inc. (AS174), Zayo (AS6461), Infraly, LLC (AS400529), Megaport Global Access (AS49915), Unitas Global (AS1828).

Active internet exchanges in the area: DE-CIX Chicago, Global Peer Exchange, BBIX Chicago.

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