| Detroit | Altenrhein | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 5.57 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 36.00 | USD 135.10 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.98 | USD 2.04 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 37.76 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 005.56 | USD 2 369.83 |