| Los Angeles | Shahkot | |
| Local draught beer | USD 5.00 | USD 2.54 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 115.73 | USD 68.67 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 5.48 | USD 3.16 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 10.14 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 15.00 | USD 7.90 |