| Baltimore | San Jose | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 64.50 | USD 70.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 14.50 | USD 12.99 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.88 | USD 5.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 433.33 | USD 2 657.14 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.91 | USD 2.13 |