| New York | Shashemene | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 112.00 | USD 10.00 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 4.23 | USD 4.76 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 75.00 | USD 20.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 18.77 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 7.00 | USD 2.00 |