How about here in Japan? Fabric made in Japan (not really, probably made in China!) is about 800-1500 Yen per meter. So about $9-16 US per meter. American fabrics can be more expensive, but there are some great bargain spots. I went to Nippori (on the Yamanote Line in Tokyo) with a woman I met in the chat room here ( Hi, Youme!)and there was a huge selection of discounted fabric mostly from the U.S.