| Detroit | Pittsburgh | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 46.50 |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.63 | USD 1.48 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 1.66 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 145.56 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 8.09 | USD 11.31 |