Is the cost of living in Palm Beach County affecting you? Are higher prices, grocery bills, car repairs or insurance putting the squeeze on local middle-class families?

The politician's response comes after the star thanked fans for supporting her new album amid current economic conditions.

According to Payscale, the cost of living in Tallahassee is 7% lower than the national average. (1) Housing comes in at 15% lower, and utilities also run cheaper than average, at 16% lower. That means their retirement savings could stretch further if they buy or rent a home there.

The release of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment report has been delayed until Oct. 24, as the government shutdown enters its third week. The September Consumer Price Index has also not yet been released.