| Newark | Atlanta | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 250.00 | USD 180.96 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 7.00 | USD 6.00 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 3.06 | USD 1.99 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 32.50 | USD 45.00 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 15.00 | USD 10.00 |