| Phoenix | Dortmund | |
| Coke bottle | USD 1.47 | USD 4.07 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 168.67 | USD 414.92 |
| 1 Pair of Jeans | USD 40.56 | USD 94.92 |
| Mid-range restaurant | USD 40.00 | USD 33.90 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 805.00 | USD 650.85 |