| Detroit | Christchurch | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 8.67 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 114.71 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 86.72 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 688.00 | USD 873.22 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 2.77 |