Other countries see passports as a normal thing to have - a second identity document to keep at home in case your wallet is stolen, etc, and so charge a reasona

Other countries see passports as a normal thing to have - a second identity document to keep at home in case your wallet is stolen, etc, and so charge a reasonable price for it. I think the US government might see it as a thing that wealthier people use for travel abroad, and so feel justified in charging more for it.