| Baltimore | Sydney, Nova Scotia | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.88 | USD 6.90 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 141.65 | USD 138.08 |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting | USD 17.50 | USD 55.23 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 49.00 | USD 59.84 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.24 | USD 1.84 |