| Philadelphia | Alma | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 144.92 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 2.08 | USD 1.86 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 5.52 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 2.76 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 83.00 | USD 93.13 |