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Article created by: Mindaugas Balčiauskas

We're all about fair pay. But we're also aware of greedy companies exploiting people and cutting corners wherever they can for maximum profit. And while it's ridiculous to pay $5 for a T-shirt, as there's no way in which it could have been made ethically, it's also absurd to pay $140 for insulin in the US.

And it's not just companies selling products. In the last 3 years, rents have increased by 2.61% on average per year, which is 169% faster than the real average wage in the US. Also, in the last decade, rent inflation outpaced currency inflation by 40.7%. And it feels like we can do nothing but watch. One Reddit user, Coach_Carter_on_DVD, asked people what things are so overpriced, it sounds (and in most cases should be) illegal. The users were eager to vent about the most insanely expensive things, with prices that have no explanation but disgusting greed.

Over 21.2k comments later, Bored Panda selected the most popular responses on this topic. And even though they're infuriating, we hope that they can also serve some educational purpose. Maybe you've been paying this insane amount of money without ever thinking about how unfair it is, or maybe they will encourage you to take action, vote for politicians who are doing something about the cause, and look for cheaper and more ethical alternatives. Either way, don't forget to upvote your favorites, and be sure to share anything infuriatingly overpriced that we missed on this list!

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Diabetes testing supplies, sugar cubes, donut, and measuring tape illustrating criminally overpriced medical items. Insulin.

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5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it meant people who needed it could get insulin for $5, I would happily pay $140 for a T-Shirt.

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    A dimly lit bedside table with medication bottles and an owl-shaped lamp, highlighting criminally overpriced items. Human pharmaceuticals. My dog needed a chelation medication that my vet specifically said was on the pricy side but recommended a pharmacy that she worked with. I called with prescription in hand, and they quoted $3,000+ for a month’s supply. Then the rep stated they accidentally read the cost for humans. Dog cost was actually $60. Same dosage, same pill count, but adding chicken flavor and putting a little dog on the label dropped the price 98%.

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    Cloth menstrual pads in various colors and patterns laid out on a pink background, highlighting criminally overpriced items. Feminine sanitary products. Or just products targeted towards women in general. Especially in the US, I never realised how much women there were paying for pads until I visited family there. Might as well use dollar bills as pads at this stage.

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    Ink cartridge on a paper towel with a printer in the background representing criminally overpriced products. Ink jet cartridges.

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    Airport terminal with travelers walking and pulling luggage, illustrating opinions on what is criminally overpriced. Airport food and drinks. $7 for a granola bar. $6.95 for water. $22 for beer. $17 for a chicken wrap. $9 for trail mix. It’s criminal.

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    Child exploring moon crater image on tablet with astronomy books and star charts, highlighting criminally overpriced interests. College books.

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    For rent sign on glass window at dusk, illustrating a common example of criminally overpriced housing. Rent.

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    Being poor.

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    Two people holding hands showing support and empathy in a discussion about criminally overpriced items. Mental healthcare.

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    Dentistry in North America. Seems like most other countries understand having decent teeth is a human right, North America just sees dollar signs.

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    Three-tier white cake decorated with flowers and greenery, example of something considered criminally overpriced. Anything with the word "wedding" attached; photographer, cake, etc.

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    Woman helping a child try on glasses in an optical store, highlighting criminally overpriced eyewear choices. Frames.

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    Epi-pens in the U.S. I mean, at least it's not something I need to use regularly, but those things are SO expensive. I'm just trying to not die if I accidentally eat a peanut. Thankfully I found a much cheaper alternative, but they're hiking their prices now too.

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    College.

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    Person using smartphone and laptop at a table with coffee cup, illustrating concept of criminally overpriced items discussion. Ticket website service fees!

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    #17

    Two white suitcases on wheels placed on a rug in a living room, illustrating criminally overpriced items discussion. I know everybody is going to give better answers, but for the life of me, I cannot understand why suitcases are so expensive. They're just plastic shells, a zip and some wheels, yet they sell for hundreds.

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    Home office setup with computer screens editing photos during sunset, illustrating concepts related to criminally overpriced items. Adobe software.

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    My husband needs rituximab infusions due to a rare kidney disease. They are $16,000 each. That's $16,000 per four hour infusion. And they aren't covered by our insurance.

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    Clear eyeglasses resting on a laptop keyboard, illustrating the concept of something criminally overpriced. Eyeglasses. Because of a blatant monopoly. “Luxottica controls 80% of the major brands in the $28 billion global eyeglasses industry….” (Forbes)

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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are people unaware you can get glasses online for $7? I have several pairs so I can match my outfit if I want to. Sure, you can also buy fancy designer glasses online for $80 or so. The last time I bought glasses offline in 2002, I paid $600 for ‘em. I held back tears typing that.

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    #21

    Person holding water bottle, phone, and keys outside, illustrating examples of criminally overpriced everyday items. Bottled water. Seriously it's water. Turn the tap and it's free.

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    #22

    Diapers should NOT be this expensive especially considering how often they’re used.

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    Small loose diamonds on a metal scoop resting on a wooden surface, illustrating criminally overpriced luxury materials. Diamonds.

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    #24

    Health insurance that actually covers anything without $15,000-$20,000 In deductibles/copays and Insulin.

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    Mattresses!

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    Disneyland.

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    Black and white photo of a baby drinking from a bottle held by an adult hand, illustrating criminally overpriced item concept. Baby formula, if you can find it.

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    Childcare.

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    Gas prices.

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    #30

    Toy characters like Buzz Lightyear and Woody observing a child walking away, illustrating criminally overpriced toys discussion. Anyone Christmas shopping right now might notice how ridiculously expensive kids toys are.

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