| Minneapolis | Elk Grove | |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 92.14 | USD 81.86 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 226.74 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 55.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 81.40 | USD 75.80 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 376.54 | USD 1 266.67 |