| Philadelphia | Calgary | |
| Pack of cigarettes | USD 6.50 | USD 11.05 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 6.44 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.48 | USD 1.70 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 2 425.00 | USD 2 197.83 |
| Mid range bottle of wine | USD 10.00 | USD 15.65 |