| Dallas | Otaru | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 1.96 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 2.91 | USD 3.93 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.46 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.09 | USD 23.57 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 169.80 | USD 196.42 |