| Calgary | Quito | |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.36 | USD 5.50 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 86.53 | USD 15.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 15.65 | USD 4.50 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 101.81 | USD 90.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 008.01 | USD 150.00 |