| Chicago | Medgidia | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 151.67 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 20.00 | USD 10.28 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.52 | USD 0.74 |
| Lettuce | USD 1.31 | USD 0.96 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 33.93 |