| Chicago | Brownsville | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 0.69 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.07 | USD 0.90 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 23.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 129.90 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 7.67 |