| Philadelphia | Pokhara | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 23.50 | USD 8.14 |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 57.00 | USD 87.32 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.14 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.08 | USD 0.02 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 83.00 | USD 62.56 |