| Detroit | Medellin | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 87.86 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 35.00 | USD 49.84 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 005.56 | USD 690.50 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.58 | USD 1.95 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 2.98 |