| Minneapolis | Sterling Heights | |
| Eggs (12) | USD 1.87 | USD 4.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.50 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 206.67 | USD 857.50 |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.00 | USD 3.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 376.54 | USD 1 250.00 |