| Boston | Parksville | |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 56.82 | USD 67.94 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 2 206.67 | USD 1 043.30 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 52.47 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 911.90 | USD 713.43 |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 4.60 |