| Phoenix | Sterling Heights | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in city centre | USD 1 392.86 | USD 1 500.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 105.56 | USD 1 250.00 |
| Imported beer at restaurant | USD 4.00 | USD 3.50 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in city centre | USD 805.00 | USD 857.50 |
| Water bottle (1.5 liter) | USD 1.66 | USD 3.50 |