| Detroit | San Miguel Chicaj | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 102.46 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 0.22 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 21.51 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 988.89 | USD 369.79 |
| Potato (1kg) | USD 2.12 | USD 1.01 |