[jayd16]

How is this not explained by correlation? It makes sense that important things are both expensive and regulated.

Besides, isn't this terribly cherry picked? Sewage is a government issue and you don't talk about runaway costs there.

[derekp7]

Talk to the folks in Jefferson Co. AL, facing $200 a month sewer bills after a botched upgrade.

[Retric]

First it’s generally half that 200$ per month. Second, “six of Jefferson County's former commissioners had been found guilty of corruption for accepting the bribes, along with 15 other officials”

But yes, if you look for the absolute worst 0.05% you will find problems.

[coryrc]

Seattle's power, sewer, and water bills are all growing much higher than inflation; have been for at least a decade; and are going to continue at this pace for the foreseeable future.