| Detroit | Ballarat | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 75.07 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 300.27 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 5.63 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.30 | USD 3.27 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 2.11 |