| Houston | Bilzen | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 2.13 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 85.00 | USD 119.38 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 589.13 | USD 1 323.00 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 21.00 | USD 15.40 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 51.44 | USD 59.39 |