| Sydney, Nova Scotia | New York | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.84 | USD 1.55 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 138.08 | USD 153.36 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 18.41 | USD 31.21 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.84 | USD 1.80 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 59.84 | USD 75.00 |