| Minneapolis | Quetzaltenango | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.00 | USD 0.22 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 7.43 | USD 2.00 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 21.51 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.20 | USD 1.90 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 765.63 | USD 407.83 |