| Denver | Metu | |
| Rice (white) | USD 1.40 | USD 1.30 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 15.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 125.00 | USD 21.58 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.82 | USD 0.99 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 42.38 | USD 45.00 |