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City Report · FL

Marathon

Pop. 9,914·38th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,900/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-25.6%
vs US Median
+$935
Falling (Monthly)
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Marathon · $2,900
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,900/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$116,000/yr
Local median income
$89,355/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Marathon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,560
2 BR
$1,930
3 BR
$2,540
4 BR+
$3,090
Research median
$1,930/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: May 18, 2026

Annual cost
$34,800/yr
At $2,900/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -25.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Marathon, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,914
Median income
$89,355
Median age
45.6
Renters
39.8%
Age distribution
20.7%
14.8%
29%
14.8%
20.8%
Under 1820.7%
18–3414.8%
35–5429%
55–6414.8%
65+20.8%
Gender
52.9%
47.1%
Male52.9%
Female47.1%
Race & ethnicity
68.3%
34.2%
White68.3%
Black2.2%
Hispanic34.2%
Asian0.5%
Education (25+)
31.6%
25.9%
33.1%
No HS diploma9.5%
HS diploma31.6%
Some college25.9%
Bachelor's+33.1%
Housing tenure
60.2%
39.8%
Owner60.2%
Renter39.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Marathon, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$63,375 → $89,355
up 41.0%
Population
9,622 → 9,914
up 3.0%
Renter share
47.2% → 39.8%
-7.4 pts
Bachelor's+
29.2% → 33.1%
+3.9 pts
Median age
48.9 → 45.6
-3.3 yrs

Median household income climbed from $63,375 to $89,355 between 2021 and 2024, a 41.0% shift. Census counts show Marathon, FL adding about 292 residents over the five-year window, up 3.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 47.2% to 39.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 29.2% to 33.1% across the same window.

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At $2,900/mo, how Marathon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Marathon rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Marathon, FL

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Marathon is $2,900/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($89,355/yr), Marathon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marathon an affordable city for renters?

Marathon is considered moderate for renters. At $2,900/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($89,355/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marathon slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Marathon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $116,000/year (~$56/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,900/mo in Marathon. The local median household income is $89,355/yr, meaning the typical Marathon household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marathon?

Rent in Marathon has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of May 2026.

How does Marathon rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Marathon is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #38 out of 293 tracked cities at $2,900/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Marathon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Marathon ($2,900/mo): Florida City ($2,486/mo), Islamorada ($2,664/mo).

What percentage of Marathon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.8% of Marathon households are renters, while 60.2% are owner-occupied. Marathon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Marathon rent compare to the national average?

Marathon's median rent of $2,900/mo is $935 (48%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #38 out of 293 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $2,900/mo, rent takes ~39% of Marathon's median household income ($89,355/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Marathon 39%Benchmark 30%
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