| Phoenix | Pittsburgh | |
| One-way ticket (local transport) | USD 2.25 | USD 2.50 |
| Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 168.67 | USD 145.56 |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff | USD 0.12 | USD 0.11 |
| Combo meal at McDonalds | USD 6.38 | USD 6.88 |
| Loaf of white bread | USD 2.22 | USD 2.40 |