| New York | Changuinola | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 112.00 | USD 18.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 74.03 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 7.00 | USD 3.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.75 | USD 5.00 |
| Local draught beer | USD 6.00 | USD 1.00 |