| Philadelphia | Calcutta | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.00 | USD 33.33 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 6.50 | USD 2.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 8.31 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 220.00 | USD 171.08 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 49.83 | USD 19.95 |