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Water Bills Surged More Than Other Costs in US Homes Over 10 Years, a ‘Striking’ New Report Shows

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A new report by Food & Water Watch reveals that water bills surged more rapidly than inflation, grocery prices, and median household income over the past decade. The analysis, published on October 6, 2026, highlights that water costs have outpaced other major household expenses, marking a significant shift in consumer financial burdens. The study covers ten years of data but is limited to specific regions and lacks nationwide statistical precision.

Key points

• Water costs increased faster than inflation, grocery prices, and median household income over the last decade.
• The report, released by Food & Water Watch, identifies water as the most expensive household expense relative to income growth.

Context and limitations

Data covers ten years but is limited to specific regions; nationwide statistical precision is not provided.

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