| Phoenix | Metu | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 168.67 | USD 21.58 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.66 | USD 0.75 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.00 | USD 6.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.00 | USD 2.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 40.00 | USD 20.00 |