| Detroit | Ridderkerk | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 256.91 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 87.50 | USD 88.14 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.81 | USD 1.15 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 3.73 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 55.59 |