| Houston | Lexington | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.71 | USD 1.03 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.78 | USD 1.68 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 155.44 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 85.00 | USD 90.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 4.50 |