| Boston | St Joseph | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 204.32 | USD 127.74 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 39.75 | USD 67.80 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 67.80 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.80 | USD 2.64 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 911.90 | USD 610.17 |