| Philadelphia | Aurora | |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 2.08 | USD 1.19 |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 2.25 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.00 | USD 14.50 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 196.06 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 6.38 |