Survey: Rising Internet Bills Add to Consumer Frustration Amid Inflation
Despite industry claims of affordable broadband, consumers report financial strain and show support for mandated price caps.

Despite industry claims of affordable broadband, consumers report financial strain and show support for mandated price caps.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23, 2024 – In an era where inflation is hitting consumers across the board, a new survey released Monday confirmed that internet prices remain a major point of frustration.
Written by Bobbi Dempsey for U.S. News & World Report, the survey polled 2,500 adults across the five most populous states – California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania – and found that the average internet bill had increased from $81 at sign-up to $98 today.
As internet costs continue to rise, many consumers called for government intervention. In fact, 76% of respondents expressed support for the U.S. government to implement price caps on what Internet Service Providers can charge for service.
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