Marathon offers a multitude of tax advantages for businesses that wish to relocate to our islands.  We are a small town community that has all the major modern conveniences, the best airport in the Keys, a state-of-the-art modern hospital, and an excellent school system.  Marathon also features a FedEx hub, high-speed Internet and wireless connectivity, and a quality of life second to none.  The Islands of Marathon have virtually no crime or traffic congestion.  Compared to other Florida cities as well as the country, Marathon has some of the lowest tax rates making the Islands of Marathon even more attractive as a place to start, relocate, or expand one's business and in a family-friendly safe community.