| Philadelphia | Zurich | |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 159.89 | USD 190.16 |
| Water bottle (0.33 liter) | USD 1.48 | USD 4.25 |
| 1 Pair of men leather shoes | USD 83.33 | USD 189.33 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 50.00 | USD 111.37 |
| Oranges (1kg) | USD 6.11 | USD 5.01 |