| Philadelphia | Linz | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 219.69 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 1.06 | USD 1.31 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 2.08 | USD 0.84 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.99 | USD 1.91 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 54.24 |