| Detroit | Westerlo | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 1.33 |
| Cappuccino | USD 3.58 | USD 3.22 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 232.19 | USD 191.77 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 2.71 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 87.50 | USD 147.54 |