| Philadelphia | Arad | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.16 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 815.63 | USD 238.01 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 23.50 | USD 11.88 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.00 | USD 46.91 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 2.08 | USD 0.75 |