| Philadelphia | Hà Giang | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.00 | USD 26.38 |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 57.00 | USD 14.21 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 0.24 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 760.00 | USD 494.98 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 83.00 | USD 81.35 |