| Calgary | Matera | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.44 | USD 4.75 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.36 | USD 10.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 300.29 | USD 835.97 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 10.31 | USD 16.39 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 86.53 | USD 47.46 |