| Boston | Lansing | |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 3.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 125.00 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 12.00 | USD 8.00 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.08 | USD 0.08 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 45.00 |