| Houston | Buenos Aires | |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 7.44 | USD 9.71 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 60.00 | USD 20.00 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.47 | USD 1.50 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 12.00 | USD 8.50 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 41.19 |