| Chicago | San Rafael, Mendoza | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 94.14 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 0.48 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 2.13 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 38.42 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 20.00 |