| Boston | Kelowna | |
| Rice (white) | USD 4.52 | USD 3.37 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.49 | USD 1.25 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 124.63 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 52.93 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 1.21 |