| Houston | Olathe | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 213.21 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 1.54 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.47 | USD 2.00 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 1.50 | USD 3.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 8.00 |