| New York | Vinh Long | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 49.65 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 12.00 | USD 1.04 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 94.23 | USD 60.49 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 10.73 | USD 8.82 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 7.00 | USD 1.69 |