| Minneapolis | Sigulda | |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 1.74 |
| Taxi 1km | USD 1.63 | USD 0.87 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 1.94 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 223.78 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.00 | USD 6.76 |