| New York | Surat Thani | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.93 | USD 0.61 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.75 | USD 4.40 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 66.98 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 127.13 | USD 108.19 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 10.73 | USD 16.23 |