| Minneapolis | Shirbin | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 2.10 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 4.90 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 22.93 |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 7.43 | USD 2.24 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 20.99 |