| Baltimore | Santa Clara | |
| Taxi start | USD 2.10 | USD 3.00 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 81.80 | USD 95.00 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 57.20 | USD 35.20 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 141.65 | USD 189.20 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 14.50 | USD 12.99 |