[PragmaticPulp]

> so the cost of the product/service, say for example Amazon prime, is the same nationwide

Correct, but you’re forgetting that labor is also one of the product/service costs for a company. They treat it like a market, just as you would if you were hiring someone to work on your car or house.

It’s called the labor market because it’s literally a market. Expecting companies to completely disregard the market aspect and just pay the maximum amount for everyone regardless of their actual cost is wishful thinking.