| Baltimore | Samalut | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 141.65 | USD 22.93 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 40.14 | USD 65.87 |
| Rice (white) | USD 3.04 | USD 0.71 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 35.00 | USD 6.57 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 49.00 | USD 20.99 |