| Minneapolis | Calgary | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 16.11 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 209.03 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 64.44 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.14 | USD 106.63 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 7.43 | USD 11.05 |