| Minneapolis | Simi Valley | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 265.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.50 |
| Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 49.62 | USD 47.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 206.67 | USD 1 475.00 |