| Chicago | Syracuse | |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.00 | USD 1.98 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 41.77 | USD 22.67 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.50 | USD 7.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 155.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 13.00 | USD 10.00 |