| Boston | Somoto | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 75.87 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 14.50 |
| Lettuce | USD 1.86 | USD 2.17 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 14.26 | USD 4.84 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 16.00 |