| Seattle | Edinburg | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 752.91 | USD 825.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 994.12 | USD 546.67 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.00 | USD 40.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.50 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.75 | USD 12.00 |