| Los Angeles | Thailand | |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 1.04 | USD 1.41 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 15.00 | USD 6.09 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 115.73 | USD 68.78 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.07 | USD 1.22 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 11.00 | USD 15.51 |