| Chicago | Brescia | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 4.07 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 978.58 | USD 494.92 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 900.00 | USD 976.27 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.52 | USD 0.45 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.50 | USD 9.49 |