| Philadelphia | Groningen | |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 5.00 | USD 3.80 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 67.80 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 194.30 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 6.11 | USD 3.48 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.43 | USD 1.53 |