| Boston | Netherlands | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 226.18 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 22.40 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 6.91 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.49 | USD 2.48 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 50.50 | USD 120.13 |