| Chicago | Orange County | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 6.75 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 45.10 | USD 50.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.50 | USD 6.18 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 41.77 | USD 37.67 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 170.00 |