| Boston | Schoten | |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 14.26 | USD 15.94 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 13.56 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 167.60 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 81.36 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 317.50 | USD 639.23 |