| Chicago | Brownsville | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.07 | USD 0.90 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 7.67 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 20.00 | USD 7.67 |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting | USD 27.50 | USD 7.67 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 129.90 |