| Atlanta | Grand Rapids | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 180.96 | USD 136.76 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 1.99 | USD 2.55 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.50 | USD 1.65 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 5.06 | USD 7.72 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.00 | USD 9.00 |