| Houston | Fort Collins | |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 54.80 | USD 41.67 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 4.38 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 206.44 |
| Tomato (1kg) | USD 4.14 | USD 3.89 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 57.50 |