| Chicago | Targu Jiu | |
| Potato (1kg) | USD 1.84 | USD 0.77 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 19.28 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.14 | USD 46.27 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 55.00 | USD 23.14 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 41.77 | USD 21.59 |