| Houston | Monterrey | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 28.37 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.86 | USD 1.16 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 0.90 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 60.00 | USD 30.67 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 91.45 |