your post says you’ve been out of the game for 3 years but your last review is for December 2020? That bit is intriguing but I’d say it’s more than just COVID… a lot of providers, especially ones who had delisted in the area, were at the 350-400 mark prior to COVID. Personally, I think rates have been pretty stagnant in our area as I rarely see someone local trying to charge more than $500/hr.

Out of the game since 2017

I dropped out because this site disappeared. I am merely speculating but I would guess the ladies had to be very careful during the past 16 months as to who the saw and incomes suffered. Now they're seeing pent up demand and are looking to recover their lost revenue JMHO

COVID may have had something to do with it but rates were going up before the pandemic hit.

Yes gone up to fast for me, been cutting back.I think prices started to rise after the Superbowl and all star game. Prices exploded, oh well still a few reasonable seasoned pros out there.

but as long as escorts are making sales, they'll keep charging as much as the market will bear.  Shop around.  Avoid the over priced girls.

I get both sides. In the two industries which are completely different from one another that I make my living in, we have increased pricing to cover growing overhead and, if you will, inflation. I also pay a lot more than I used to for everything, ie 2x4x8, meals and SUV’s.
The Twin Cities as a whole, has some pretty step pricing compared to some other parts of the Country. We also have a lot of variety of sexy,very great providers.
To each there own if the pricing is in line with the experience. I for one, am blessed I can enjoy the hobby on occasion, see great providers, and enjoy good enough health I’m still in the game. Ain’t sweating pricing or taking my health for granted, just enjoying the ride(s)😉

It’s P4P and the supply/demand market determines the prices. The prices are only valid if someone is willing to pay. I typically choose the higher prices based on looks/reviews, although there seem to be plenty of lower price providers out there. That being said, I’ve had some absolute incredible experiences and some of them have been meh. It’s all about affordability and comfort zone. That’s my two cents.