| Houston | Lakewood | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.54 | USD 2.11 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 12.00 | USD 11.50 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 45.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 125.00 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.86 | USD 1.40 |