| Houston | Samalut | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 877.98 | USD 123.10 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 85.00 | USD 83.95 |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 54.80 | USD 49.14 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.50 | USD 2.10 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 53.60 | USD 51.63 |