| Boston | Kuala Lumpur | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 31.01 |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 3.10 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 0.64 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 58.91 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 65.42 | USD 51.72 |