| Los Angeles | Fremont | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 1.50 | USD 5.00 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.10 | USD 0.05 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 6.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 115.73 | USD 85.75 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 15.00 | USD 5.00 |