| San Francisco | El Paso | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 45.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.13 | USD 3.25 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 91.25 | USD 60.00 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.08 | USD 0.84 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 3 421.56 | USD 850.00 |