| Detroit | Modesto | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 988.89 | USD 583.33 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 12.50 | USD 28.00 |
| Cinema, international release, 1 seat | USD 10.00 | USD 11.13 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 76.17 | USD 67.50 |
| Apples (1kg) | USD 3.30 | USD 2.57 |