| Phoenix | Baltimore | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.09 | USD 1.24 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.38 | USD 7.00 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.66 | USD 1.91 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 10.00 | USD 35.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.00 | USD 64.50 |