| Boston | Santa Ana, California | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 50.00 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 4.25 | USD 2.65 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 5.00 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 30.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 15.00 |