| Chicago | Areka | |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.50 | USD 62.83 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 21.58 |
| Lettuce | USD 1.31 | USD 0.63 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.14 | USD 25.00 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 20.00 | USD 15.00 |