| Philadelphia | Idku | |
| Rice (white) | USD 3.37 | USD 0.71 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 22.93 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.10 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 815.63 | USD 123.10 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.00 | USD 8.75 |