| Chicago | Abu Tij | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.52 | USD 0.42 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.51 | USD 1.80 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 22.93 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.10 | USD 1.50 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 41.77 | USD 35.46 |