| Phoenix | Ploiesti | |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 4.97 | USD 1.16 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 10.00 | USD 4.32 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 40.00 | USD 20.05 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 10.00 | USD 16.97 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 6.93 | USD 6.67 |