| Detroit | New Plymouth | |
| Rice (white) | USD 1.87 | USD 2.17 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 1.12 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 1.73 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 130.07 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 36.00 | USD 69.37 |