| Chicago | Oldenzaal | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 257.63 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 465.28 | USD 1 016.95 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 3.05 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.10 | USD 2.03 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 6.78 |