| Boston | Baton Rouge | |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 3.00 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 10.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 123.31 |
| Rice (white) | USD 4.52 | USD 3.07 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 4.25 | USD 2.70 |