| Houston | Otavalo | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 21.50 |
| Local draught beer | USD 3.00 | USD 1.00 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 12.00 | USD 2.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 15.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 589.13 | USD 400.00 |