| Detroit | Birmingham | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 189.69 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 378.57 | USD 2 000.00 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.30 | USD 3.31 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 40.00 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 35.00 | USD 35.00 |