| Dallas | El Cajon | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 80.00 | USD 72.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 758.89 | USD 1 028.85 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 5.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 169.80 | USD 135.05 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 93.00 | USD 92.25 |