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Marathon, NY

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Population
874
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,021 ft
Median Home Value
$124,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$778/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,198
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Marathon

Marathon is a quiet, scenic community situated along the Tioughnioga River in Cortland County. Surrounded by rolling wooded hills and open farmland, the village offers a relaxed rural atmosphere with a classic small-town center. Direct access to Interstate 81 and U.S. Route 11 makes getting around simple, giving residents an easy 15-minute drive north to Cortland and a straightforward commute south toward Binghamton.

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The town is widely known for hosting the Central New York Maple Festival, a huge spring event that fills the village with pancake breakfasts, craft vendors, and visitors from across the state. Outside of festival weekend, Marathon stays centered around its local schools, river recreation, and friendly neighborhood sports and events. It is a solid choice for anyone looking for peaceful upstate living, affordable housing, and a close-knit community.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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