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  "description": "U.S. broadband costs remain high compared to similar Western economies.\n",
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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-18T18:17:46.000Z",
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  "textContent": "April 17, 2026 – North America is the second most expensive region in the world for broadband, according to a global study comparing internet prices across 214 countries.\n\nBroadband Genie analyzed 2,631 fixed-line broadband plans and found consumers in Northern America pay an average of $98.40 a month, second only to Polynesia. The study ranks countries by median monthly broadband cost.\n\nThe United States ranked 167th globally, with average monthly costs of about $80. It trails several major Western economies, including France (63rd), the United Kingdom (70th), Germany (105th), and Canada (130th).\n\nLearn more about the Broadband Community...\n\n\n                            Start Your Broadband Journey Here\n                        \n\n### This post is for subscribers only\n\nBecome a member to get access to all content\n\nSubscribe now",
  "title": "North America Ranks Among World’s Most Expensive Regions for Broadband",
  "updatedAt": "2026-07-08T09:51:34.947Z"
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