| Boston | Surat | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 2 206.67 | USD 257.50 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.49 | USD 5.56 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 8.31 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.00 | USD 1.26 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 3.33 |