| Seattle | Amstelveen | |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.50 | USD 5.42 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 13.38 | USD 11.91 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.00 | USD 101.69 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 30.00 | USD 21.66 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 9.30 | USD 9.09 |