| Phoenix | Veldhoven | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 392.86 | USD 1 457.63 |
| Rice (white) | USD 3.56 | USD 2.64 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 10.00 | USD 15.82 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.00 | USD 94.92 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 65.71 | USD 131.07 |