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Marathon, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Brewster County County
Marathon, TX
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 $45,100 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,491. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 456 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marathon is $143,500 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,184. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Marathon reports 116 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 809/100K.
Education
22.8% of adults in Marathon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 79.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marathon has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.