| Seattle | Durban | |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 9.00 | USD 2.98 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.75 | USD 3.73 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.05 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 994.12 | USD 349.59 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.00 | USD 13.98 |