| Chicago | Chamonix Mont Blanc | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 64.27 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 465.28 | USD 911.64 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.88 | USD 1.28 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 5.42 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 6.78 |