| Minneapolis | Villeurbanne | |
| Chicken breasts at the market | USD 11.30 | USD 14.24 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 17.50 | USD 21.88 |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 70.00 | USD 64.27 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 5.42 |
| Taxi start | USD 5.00 | USD 4.07 |