| Philadelphia | Shawinigan | |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | USD 0.99 | USD 1.21 |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 23.50 | USD 19.49 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 144.92 |
| Potato (1kg) | USD 4.40 | USD 1.84 |
| Local draught beer | USD 4.00 | USD 4.60 |