Paying $100 a month for internet might be too high depending on three main factors: location, plan details, and streaming fees on top of connection fees. On average, U.S. households spend $75.75 per month on internet access. If you reside in an area where telecom services are pricier for various reasons, your bill might be on the higher side. Typically, U.S. households spend between $59.99 and $89.99 on internet connections monthly. At $100, you're slightly above this range, but the cost hinges on three factors:

Your location: Urban areas usually offer a broader spectrum of internet connection types, whereas rural and remote regions have limited options. Ideally, you shouldn't be paying $100 solely for a basic copper coaxial cable plan, whether you're purchasing from telecom giants like Charter, Cox, or Comcast, or bundling with cable TV (though bundling might raise the combined bill, the internet portion should remain below $100).

The specifics of your plan: Your chosen plan and data requirements are closely linked. The plan you select will influence your bill, and you can typically expect additional taxes and fees on top of the base price. Consider your data consumption: a family of five might use between 300-600 GB monthly, given streaming, online meetings, and large file transfers. When selecting a plan, consider your online activities, the number of simultaneously active devices (an average household has more than 12 devices online simultaneously), and the data consumption of your favorite online tasks. This foresight helps avoid unexpected additional charges during a billing cycle.

Whether you're including monthly fees for streaming services. As for pricing, many providers offer an enticing initial rate, which eventually transitions to a standard, often higher, rate. It's crucial to discern whether the quoted price is a temporary promotional rate and to inquire about typical rate hikes post-promotion. Increases can range from 20% to 60% or even more after the promotional period. Some providers guarantee fixed rates for contract durations, while others might not have contracts but assure no rate hikes for a set period. Each provider's approach varies, so it's essential to clarify these details before committing.

Whether you're including monthly fees for streaming services: Monthly subscriptions to streaming services like Netflix or Disney+ are integral to the overall internet expense. That’s why some cable providers want content providers like Disney to offer free subscriptions to their premium streaming platforms like Disney+ as part of a cable TV plan offered by large telecoms. The dynamics of content delivery and monetization remain volatile.