| Boston | Fort Collins | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.70 | USD 1.50 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 14.26 | USD 12.35 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 3 561.54 | USD 1 550.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 30.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 6.25 |