| Houston | Nelspruit | |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.78 | USD 0.73 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.71 | USD 1.31 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 53.60 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 211.30 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 51.44 | USD 45.68 |