At a time when nearly every aspect of modern life seems to be getting more expensive, it comes as little surprise that the cost of staying connected is also rising. In line with this trend, AT&T has officially confirmed yet another increase to its home internet pricing structure, announcing that all of its standard internet plans will soon cost an additional five dollars per month. This adjustment follows a similar $5-per-month increase implemented in November 2024, as well as what appears to have been a comparable hike affecting certain customers back in 2023. The steady progression of these incremental charges underscores how widespread and persistent cost escalation has become across industries.
An email distributed to subscribers, received by the writer on Thursday, stated plainly: “To ensure we continue providing the quality service and support you deserve, the price of your home internet plan will increase by $5/month, starting December 1, 2025.” According to AT&T, this is not an isolated change but rather a network-wide shift that will touch virtually every plan under its internet umbrella. The company’s communication mirrors a growing pattern in the telecommunications sector, where rising operational expenses and continuous network upgrades are cited as justification for consistent rate increases.
In an official statement shared with *The Verge* through spokesperson Jim Kimberly, AT&T elaborated on the rationale behind the pricing adjustment. The company explained that as it strives to keep pace with the evolving demands of an increasingly connected world, and to contend with mounting operational costs, it is necessary to recalibrate plan rates. This step, the statement asserts, will help maintain the “high-quality service” that customers have come to expect from the brand. Kimberly further emphasized that AT&T remains committed to transparency, pledging to keep subscribers informed about rate modifications and to clarify all available options.
To somewhat alleviate the burden of the new price structure, AT&T is highlighting its existing discount opportunities tied to Autopay and Paperless Billing enrollment. Customers who have not yet subscribed to these programs may qualify for a $10 monthly discount when paying through an eligible bank account, or a $5 monthly reduction if using a debit card. The company notes that detailed information about these offers, along with each customer’s specific charges, can be reviewed on monthly billing statements or by visiting AT&T’s official website.
While AT&T cites higher operating costs as a driving factor—reportedly $300 million more in expenses during the most recent quarter—the broader financial picture tells a more complex story. Despite the increased outlays, the telecommunications giant generated an impressive $4.9 billion in net profit over that same three-month period, and a cumulative $12.3 billion in profits across all of 2024. These figures underscore the immense scale of AT&T’s operations and its continued profitability, even amid claims of economic pressure and rising infrastructure costs.
Kimberly also clarified that this upcoming $5-per-month adjustment will apply comprehensively across AT&T’s existing internet portfolio, but there are a few important exceptions. Customers who joined within the past year, along with participants in the company’s ‘Access from AT&T’ program designed to provide affordable connectivity for low-income households, will not be subject to the new rate increase. This indicates a targeted approach aimed at balancing revenue generation with corporate responsibility measures that preserve accessibility for vulnerable or newer subscribers.
For context, the writer notes a personal example: enrolling in AT&T Internet back in 2022 at a rate of roughly $80 per month, which has since risen to $85.38. Under the imminent pricing adjustment, that monthly bill is projected to surpass $90, illustrating in concrete terms how serial rate hikes can gradually inflate household expenses over time. Attached below is the entirety of the email notification received from the company, which formalizes this most recent round of changes in straightforward corporate language.
Sourse: https://www.theverge.com/news/801423/att-fiber-home-internet-december-2025-price-raise-hike
