| Baltimore | Soest | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 37.49 | USD 49.77 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 9.49 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.24 | USD 2.50 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 14.50 | USD 6.78 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 137.50 | USD 1 096.85 |