| Houston | Simi Valley | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.47 | USD 1.50 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 53.60 | USD 25.00 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.50 | USD 40.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 877.98 | USD 1 225.00 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 47.30 | USD 47.00 |