| Houston | Laranjeiro | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 119.48 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 40.68 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 2.17 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.50 | USD 102.77 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.76 | USD 1.51 |