| Minneapolis | Gilbert | |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 81.40 | USD 80.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 45.00 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 407.61 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 11.50 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 4.75 |