| Chicago | Calgary | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.36 | USD 1.70 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 79.17 | USD 101.81 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 209.03 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.50 | USD 7.36 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 45.10 | USD 62.57 |