The same nine streaming subscriptions now cost $702 more per year than they did in March 2021. At that time, the basket of services—Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, Apple TV+, Paramount+, Peacock, YouTube Premium, and Spotify—totaled $95.91 monthly ($1,150.92 annually). Today, the identical lineup costs $154.41 monthly ($1,852.92 annually). Price increases vary widely: Apple TV+ saw a 200% rise, Disney+ a 138% jump, and Peacock a 100% increase, while Netflix grew 43% and Spotify 30%. The data, sourced and dated for each change, shows that streaming price hikes have become routine rather than exceptional, with several services raising rates multiple times in a single year. The methodology tracks only published pricing, not performance or service quality.

The article provides a clear snapshot of how streaming costs have escalated, emphasizing the cumulative impact on consumers and the frequency of price adjustments across major platforms.

Readers can compare the exact monthly and annual costs, see the percentage changes for each service, and understand the broader trend of rising subscription fees in the streaming market.