| Vancouver | Scottsdale | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 41.43 | USD 30.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 921.28 | USD 800.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.98 | USD 6.00 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.80 | USD 1.63 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 2.14 | USD 1.40 |