| Detroit | Laoag | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 86.62 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.30 | USD 2.12 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 1.95 | USD 1.15 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 35.00 | USD 11.39 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 1.82 |