| Boston | Burlington | |
| Taxi start | USD 2.68 | USD 3.00 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 75.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 6.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 2 206.67 | USD 1 800.00 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 12.00 |