Marathon
City in Ontario, Canada
Overview
Marathon is a small, friendly town located on the north shore of Lake Superior in Northwestern Ontario, Canada. Its dramatic landscapes, outdoor recreation, and tight-knit community make it a welcoming stop for travelers exploring the region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Ontario
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Toronto
Coordinates
48.75°, -86.43°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,185
Local Cost
$1,412
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
85
English
95
Temperature
1.5°C
Summer Avg
14.6°C
Winter Avg
-13.5°C
Record High
30.5°C
Record Low
-42.8°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
839 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
YSP
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.