| Ottawa | San Juan | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 119.62 | USD 242.67 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 13.19 | USD 8.04 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 023.54 | USD 873.75 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.21 | USD 30.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.23 | USD 50.00 |