| Detroit | Winston-salem | |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 8.09 | USD 7.00 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 87.50 | USD 60.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 42.50 | USD 40.00 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.69 | USD 1.50 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 688.00 | USD 400.00 |