| Chicago | Geneva | |
| Taxi 1km | USD 1.24 | USD 3.45 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 6.68 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 7.80 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 222.33 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 16.71 |