| Chicago | Le Lorrain | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 96.05 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 1.63 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.36 | USD 1.08 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 45.10 | USD 135.59 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 3.39 |