| Boston | Biskra | |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 6.94 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 56.74 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 10.09 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 911.90 | USD 189.14 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 2.27 |