| New York | Versailles | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.83 | USD 1.75 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 31.21 | USD 21.88 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 112.00 | USD 64.27 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 7.00 | USD 5.42 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 94.23 | USD 67.96 |