| Chicago | Assen | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.14 | USD 49.77 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.50 | USD 167.73 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.36 | USD 2.50 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 20.00 | USD 21.66 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 465.28 | USD 1 096.85 |