| Detroit | San Ignacio | |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 15.27 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.58 | USD 1.86 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 76.17 | USD 65.08 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 5.13 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 45.35 |