| Chicago | Almada | |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 1.36 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 978.58 | USD 429.38 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 7.90 | USD 7.80 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 152.38 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 2.71 |