| Chicago | Christchurch | |
| Potato (1kg) | USD 1.84 | USD 2.49 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 1.07 | USD 1.89 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.50 | USD 8.24 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 114.71 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 86.72 |