| Houston | Idku | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 0.26 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 22.93 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.40 | USD 1.50 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.54 | USD 0.72 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 21.00 | USD 6.57 |