| Minneapolis | Alma | |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 4.60 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 2.76 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 840.91 | USD 1 620.46 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.00 | USD 3.39 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 19.49 |