| Los Angeles | North Charleston | |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 1.04 | USD 0.88 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 700.00 | USD 2 350.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 613.43 | USD 1 070.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 4.50 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 65.00 |