| Philadelphia | Nashville | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 112.87 |
| Eggs (12) | USD 2.30 | USD 1.80 |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | USD 49.83 | USD 51.67 |
| 1 Summer dress in a chain store | USD 32.00 | USD 45.00 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.48 | USD 1.27 |