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Marathon, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Pocahontas County County
Marathon, IA
At a Glance
How Marathon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marathon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marathon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marathon residents earn a median household income of $40,417 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,873. The unemployment rate stands at 11.9% (231% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 265 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marathon is $41,700 , 85% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $89,469. Median rent is $758/month, with 31.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Marathon reports 471 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,006/100K.
Education
11.8% of adults in Marathon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marathon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.