| Philadelphia | Thousand Oaks | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 255.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 35.00 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 58.50 | USD 45.00 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.69 | USD 3.50 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.43 | USD 3.00 |