| Minneapolis | St Joseph | |
| Eggs (12) | USD 1.87 | USD 5.29 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 127.74 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 6.78 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 20.34 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 206.67 | USD 610.17 |