| Houston | Salvador | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.90 | USD 1.35 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 3.14 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.50 | USD 78.45 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 686.36 | USD 1 053.43 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.89 | USD 8.07 |