| Boston | Tawau | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 31.01 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 95.45 | USD 85.56 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 15.50 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 | USD 15.50 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 3 561.54 | USD 806.11 |