| Detroit | Syracuse | |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.03 | USD 2.25 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.18 | USD 1.13 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 253.03 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 35.00 | USD 155.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 76.17 | USD 69.33 |