| Seattle | Laredo | |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.76 | USD 1.84 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 1.65 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 127.81 | USD 87.16 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.00 | USD 12.27 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 46.36 | USD 38.20 |