| Chicago | Asasa | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 978.58 | USD 150.00 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 7.90 | USD 8.81 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 79.17 | USD 90.41 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.14 | USD 25.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 6.00 |