| Boston | Maychew | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 1.09 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 0.30 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 911.90 | USD 285.32 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 5.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 21.58 |