| Boston | Kuwait | |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.88 | USD 2.49 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 14.26 | USD 6.51 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 34.69 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.70 | USD 0.61 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 2 206.67 | USD 1 573.78 |