| Detroit | Escuintla | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 1.92 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 102.46 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 6.40 |
| Taxi start | USD 2.50 | USD 1.28 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.03 | USD 1.80 |