| Detroit | Bologna | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 57.63 |
| Local draught beer | USD 3.00 | USD 5.42 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 177.37 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 378.57 | USD 1 762.71 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 1.20 |