| Atlanta | Thornton | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 6.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 90.00 | USD 155.00 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.94 | USD 1.06 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 180.96 | USD 215.75 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 710.00 | USD 700.00 |