| Boston | Metehara | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 25.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 20.00 |
| Rice (white) | USD 4.52 | USD 1.30 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 95.45 | USD 90.41 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 21.58 |