| Calgary | Chicago | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 209.03 | USD 139.17 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 1 008.01 | USD 978.58 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 86.53 | USD 100.00 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.09 | USD 1.07 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 62.57 | USD 45.10 |