| Detroit | Akbou | |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.63 | USD 0.64 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 7.98 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 36.00 | USD 61.52 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 688.00 | USD 176.38 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 45.00 | USD 59.57 |