| Houston | Phan Rang-tháp Chàm | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 1.69 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 60.00 | USD 7.08 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 49.65 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.54 | USD 0.78 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.63 | USD 8.82 |