| Chicago | Kuantan | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 75.32 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 0.62 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 5.43 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 8.07 | USD 2.95 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.52 | USD 0.70 |