| Calgary | New York | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 209.03 | USD 153.36 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 16.11 | USD 31.21 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 15.65 | USD 15.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 101.81 | USD 87.90 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.36 | USD 7.75 |