| Minneapolis | West Valley City | |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.42 | USD 1.18 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 5.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 81.40 | USD 67.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 765.63 | USD 643.63 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.93 | USD 1.58 |