| New York | Nantou | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.55 | USD 0.65 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 0.67 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 10.73 | USD 17.25 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 7.00 | USD 2.33 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 94.23 | USD 46.54 |