| Seattle | Newcastle | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 3.52 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 127.81 | USD 115.84 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 994.12 | USD 1 196.40 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 3.55 | USD 3.28 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.75 | USD 14.08 |