| Denver | Budapest | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.64 | USD 0.47 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 14.05 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 42.38 | USD 50.84 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 27.00 | USD 39.01 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 1.99 |