| Denver | Houston | |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 3.84 | USD 3.71 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 125.00 | USD 241.43 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.11 | USD 2.54 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 1.50 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 14.00 |