| Chicago | Gainesville | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.36 | USD 1.16 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 87.67 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 65.00 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.00 | USD 2.50 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 14.00 |