| Detroit | Beersel | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 81.36 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 1.33 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 45.00 | USD 60.07 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 191.77 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 2.83 | USD 3.50 |