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Marathon, FL


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Marathon, Florida

Introduction to Marathon, Florida

Marathon, Florida, in Monroe county, is 82 miles SW of Kendall, Florida (center to center) and 92 miles SW of Miami, Florida. There are 10,255 residents in the city.

Marathon History

There is an interesting story behind the naming of this city. It is said that when workers were toiling day and night to complete the Florida East Coast Railroad, someone remarked that the project was like a Marathon. The comment stuck and was kept in mind while naming the local station. The city is fairly new and was incorporated in 1999.

Marathon and nearby Attractions

  • Sombrero Beach
  • Coco Plum Beach
  • Marathon Community Park
  • Jesse Hobbs Park
  • Rotary Children’s Park
  • Seven-Mile Bridge
  • Crane Point Hammock
  • Events Field

Things To Do In Marathon

The pristine and turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf are highly alluring and have turned Marathon into a highly desirable vacation spot. The popular activities include boating, fishing and snorkeling. The area also has great beaches and parks that assure fun filled and memorable vacations.

Marathon Transportation

Regional air service is provided by Florida Keys Marathon Airport. Miami International Airport provides air travel options for those wanting to travel more broadly.

Marathon Higher Education

The University of Miami is the closest major university (it is based on Coral Gables).

High Points

Marathon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Florida):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 1%trophyMarathon Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyMarathon Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Marathon Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 18%Marathon Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Marathon, FL

Comparing Marathon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Florida (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Age of the Population108
Racial Diversity97
Senior Citizens74
Well-Paid Single Men78
Children Under 5 Years Old13
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married45
Average Household Size13

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income57
People in Middle Class or Better45
People Above Poverty45

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home87
Public Transportation Use89

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Housing Recently Built86
People Living Alone75
Affordability of Property Taxes42
Affordability of Rents33

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