| Houston | Berkeley | |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 85.00 | USD 100.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.89 | USD 6.00 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 51.44 | USD 120.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 14.00 | USD 18.00 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 1.50 | USD 2.10 |