| Philadelphia | Chicoutimi-jonquiere | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.99 | USD 1.21 | 
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 55.23 | 
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 1 220.00 | USD 978.16 | 
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 5.52 | 
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 144.92 |