MarathonFlorida
Marathon is a city in the middle of the Florida Keys, in Monroe County, Florida, United States. As of 2024, the city had a population of 9,914, up from 8,297 in 2010..
Intro: Wikipedia
About Marathon
Set in the southeastern part of Florida, Marathon is a close-knit town counting 10,039 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Marathon is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 8.45 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,188 residents per square mile.
What Makes Marathon Unique
- One of 5 places in the US named Marathon — but the Florida one has a character all its own.
- Deep South Florida location — tropical climate and no winter to speak of.
- Positioned in southeastern Florida, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
Why People Love It Here
- The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 10,039.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 15 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Marathon
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Crane Point Hammock · Museum
- Crane Point Museum · Museum
- Captain Hook's Marina and Dive Center · Attraction
- New Seven Mile Bridge · Attraction
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Marathon
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Marathon
- MARATHON SCHOOL
- STANLEY SWITLIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Fishermen'S Community Hospital · 24/7 ER · Critical Access Hospitals
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.