| Dallas | Baltimore | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 80.00 | USD 64.50 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 11.50 | USD 35.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 4.88 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 169.80 | USD 141.65 |