| Chicago | Wichita | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 900.00 | USD 925.00 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 8.07 | USD 5.44 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 100.00 | USD 80.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.50 | USD 3.25 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.10 | USD 1.43 |