| Newark | Jaffna | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 133.33 | USD 76.78 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 32.50 | USD 16.89 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 1.38 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 3 500.00 | USD 172.76 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 127.00 | USD 9.21 |