| Denver | Santa Cruz | |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.64 | USD 0.83 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.22 | USD 0.69 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.80 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 465.00 | USD 468.75 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 84.29 | USD 59.07 |