| Houston | Portland | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 21.00 | USD 15.67 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 1.50 | USD 2.50 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 4.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 589.13 | USD 1 301.56 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 241.43 | USD 142.38 |