| Houston | Hengelo | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 574.13 | USD 1 016.95 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 21.00 | USD 27.12 |
| Local draught beer | USD 3.00 | USD 4.07 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.40 | USD 2.03 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 51.44 | USD 47.46 |