| Dallas | Portland | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 1.02 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 4.00 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.91 | USD 0.82 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 169.80 | USD 142.38 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 11.50 | USD 15.67 |