| Detroit | El Carmen | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 9.60 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 45.00 | USD 50.00 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.03 | USD 1.40 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 45.35 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 0.95 |