| Boston | Dongguan | |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 65.42 | USD 40.16 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 82.23 |
| Taxi 1km | USD 1.86 | USD 0.42 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 22.49 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 2 206.67 | USD 738.90 |