| Minneapolis | Hengchun | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.42 | USD 0.65 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 9.99 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 43.13 | USD 46.54 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 7.66 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.87 | USD 2.58 |