| Baltimore | Turkmenbasy | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 64.50 | USD 3.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.88 | USD 6.00 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 81.80 | USD 108.33 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.92 | USD 0.24 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 433.33 | USD 600.00 |