| Detroit | Charlotte | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 119.98 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 20.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 76.17 | USD 60.00 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.03 | USD 2.19 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 1.16 |