| Minneapolis | Arvada | |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.32 | USD 8.51 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 12.50 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 4.00 |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 11.30 | USD 8.99 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 2.25 |