| Chicago | St Joseph | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 139.17 | USD 127.74 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 41.77 | USD 54.20 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 79.17 | USD 122.03 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 7.90 | USD 9.76 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.52 | USD 0.38 |