| Philadelphia | East London | |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 58.50 | USD 51.27 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 92.00 | USD 37.29 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 1.06 | USD 0.89 |
| Rice (white) | USD 3.37 | USD 1.31 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 105.77 |