| Dallas | Leeuwarden | |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.38 | USD 8.81 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.12 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 169.80 | USD 271.19 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 4.14 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 45.00 | USD 67.80 |