| Detroit | Charleston | |
| Local draught beer | USD 3.00 | USD 3.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 8.00 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 35.00 | USD 38.33 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 124.83 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.58 | USD 3.88 |