| Houston | Satu Mare | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 686.36 | USD 462.73 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 15.42 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 21.00 | USD 20.05 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 53.60 | USD 16.97 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 60.00 | USD 20.05 |