| Houston | Giurgiu | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 89.15 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 53.60 | USD 46.27 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 60.00 | USD 24.68 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 1.54 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 47.30 | USD 49.36 |