| Philadelphia | Lokeren | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.48 | USD 2.41 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.00 | USD 60.07 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 4.07 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 191.77 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 23.50 | USD 15.40 |