| Minneapolis | Kuala Lumpur | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 45.93 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 3.49 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 376.54 | USD 616.80 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.72 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.32 | USD 10.49 |