| Newark | Lugano | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 133.33 | USD 973.70 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 5.57 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 14.48 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 20.00 | USD 33.41 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 8.00 | USD 8.35 |