| Boston | Berkeley | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 129.62 |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 56.82 | USD 58.00 |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 4.50 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.80 | USD 1.58 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 75.00 |