| Newark | Petaling Jaya | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 37.50 | USD 40.62 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 250.00 | USD 56.42 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.33 | USD 1.32 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 45.00 | USD 44.19 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 6.00 | USD 4.03 |