| Detroit | Hoofddorp | |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 76.17 | USD 122.03 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 4.75 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 688.00 | USD 644.07 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 988.89 | USD 793.22 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 2.71 |