| Phoenix | Hoogeveen | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.22 | USD 1.74 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.00 | USD 101.69 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.12 | USD 0.25 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 40.00 | USD 81.36 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 640.00 | USD 847.88 |