| Minneapolis | St. John's | |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 13.81 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.32 | USD 9.67 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.00 | USD 6.90 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 81.40 | USD 92.06 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 765.63 | USD 736.44 |