| Detroit | Split | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 1.54 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 43.83 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 3.50 | USD 2.68 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 6.08 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 005.56 | USD 486.57 |