| Denver | Pietermaritzburg | |
| Rice (white) | USD 1.40 | USD 0.98 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.23 | USD 1.86 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 287.50 | USD 559.34 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 125.00 | USD 86.23 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 45.00 | USD 32.63 |