| Denver | Charlotte | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 125.00 | USD 119.98 |
| Rice (white) | USD 1.40 | USD 2.42 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 4.00 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 8.51 | USD 6.76 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 20.00 |