| Philadelphia | Soest | |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 83.33 | USD 167.73 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 81.36 |
| Tomato (1kg) | USD 4.83 | USD 2.52 |
| Local cheese (1kg) | USD 11.01 | USD 11.91 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 221.70 |