| Houston | Akron | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 151.90 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 574.13 | USD 513.75 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.71 | USD 1.25 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 30.00 |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting | USD 27.50 | USD 30.00 |