Are you paying more for cable and internet? It's bad all over
Briefly

According to a J.D. Power report, subscription costs for cable, streaming, and internet services in the US have risen, with the average monthly cable or satellite TV bundle hitting $187.99 in January 2025. This trend indicates a gradual increase in consumer expenses over the past year. While streaming subscriptions saw a slight increase of only 38 cents to $73.47, wired internet bundles remained relatively stable but still reflected an annual rise of $7.93. Notably, wireless internet services showed a decline in costs compared to the previous year, providing some contrast to the overall trend.
The average amount that people pay for a monthly cable or satellite TV bundle was $187.99 through January 2025, marking a $7.69 increase since last October.
The average monthly streaming bill was $73.47 in January, increasing only 38 cents from October 2024, and down $1.05 from January 2024.
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