| Las Vegas | Lupeni | |
| Rice (white) | USD 3.70 | USD 1.48 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 24.68 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 65.00 | USD 15.42 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 81.94 | USD 82.36 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.72 | USD 122.84 |