| Detroit | Mazatenango | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 35.00 | USD 11.51 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 1.92 |
| Tomato (1kg) | USD 2.93 | USD 0.97 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 102.46 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.03 | USD 1.80 |