| Boston | Ireland | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.96 | USD 2.08 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 2.22 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 50.50 | USD 94.05 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 195.04 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 6.22 |