| Minneapolis | Metu | |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 37.17 | USD 25.00 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 5.00 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 0.30 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 206.67 | USD 285.32 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 1.87 | USD 1.78 |