| Minneapolis | Verviers | |
| Rice (white) | USD 2.00 | USD 2.65 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 12.00 | USD 8.14 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 63.05 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 161.52 | USD 191.77 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.32 | USD 16.30 |