| Chicago | Qena | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 22.93 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 20.99 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.36 | USD 0.28 |
| Taxi 1km | USD 1.24 | USD 0.20 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 2.10 |