| Phoenix | Dallas | |
| Monthly Pass (local transport) | USD 50.00 | USD 80.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike shoes | USD 65.71 | USD 80.00 |
| Milk (1 liter) | USD 0.73 | USD 0.91 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 168.67 | USD 169.80 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 805.00 | USD 1 085.00 |