It should be noted that government is expected to get relatively more and more expensive because it's most of it's duties are of the service type. Services like

It should be noted that government is expected to get relatively more and more expensive because it's most of it's duties are of the service type. Services like schools, public transport, health care generally defy automation but costs still rise to stay on par with other industries. As the costs of other products become lower, expect to pay more for services.