| Minneapolis | Ann Arbor | |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 43.13 | USD 66.33 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.32 | USD 9.94 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 840.91 | USD 1 616.67 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.87 | USD 0.94 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 40.00 |