| New York | Wanlaweyn | |
| Potato (1kg) | USD 1.99 | USD 1.50 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.97 | USD 1.33 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 153.36 | USD 120.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.75 | USD 5.50 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 0.21 |