| New York | Bilzen | |
| Local draught beer | USD 6.00 | USD 4.07 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 10.73 | USD 16.30 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 191.77 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 31.21 | USD 15.40 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.06 | USD 2.13 |