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Seattle's Uber Costs Soar Amid Controversial Wage Laws

7/24/2025

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Seattle leads the U.S. with an average Uber ride cost of $60 for 30 minutes, surpassing Cheyenne and other cities.
KIRO host John Curley criticizes government pricing interventions, stating they increase living costs and limit consumer options.
Seattle's minimum pay ordinance for app workers could raise consumer prices and decrease job availability.
Curley contends that government-mandated wages disrupt market dynamics, potentially causing job losses in industries like fast food.

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Seattle leads the U.S. with an average Uber ride cost of $60 for 30 minutes, surpassing Cheyenne and other cities.
KIRO host John Curley criticizes government pricing interventions, stating they increase living costs and limit consumer options.
Seattle's minimum pay ordinance for app workers could raise consumer prices and decrease job availability.
Curley contends that government-mandated wages disrupt market dynamics, potentially causing job losses in industries like fast food.