| Newark | Nantou | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.77 | USD 0.65 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 90.00 | USD 98.35 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 37.50 | USD 48.07 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 45.00 | USD 46.54 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 133.33 | USD 327.26 |