Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Marathon, FL
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Nursing Assistants in Marathon, FL: the local picture
Aides in Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Marathon has about 106 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Marathon compared with Monroe County and Florida
| Census figure | Marathon | Monroe County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 2.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 26% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 25% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.5% | 9.6% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.9% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $69,727 | $71,243 | — |
Older residents in towns around Marathon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Pine Key, FL | 21 mi | 1,069 | 111 |
| Islamorada, FL | 35 mi | 2,074 | 61 |
| Big Coppitt Key, FL | 41 mi | 503 | 30 |
| Stock Island, FL | 46 mi | 408 | 0 |
| Key Largo, FL | 47 mi | 3,513 | 408 |
| Key West, FL | 49 mi | 5,568 | 609 |
Home health agencies serving Marathon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Plus Home Health Services LLC | Miami, FL | 87 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (786) 953-8052 |
| Island Home Care | Key West, FL | 49 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (305) 735-4460 |
| Valor Homecare LLC | Miami, FL | 79 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (305) 381-5080 |
| Baycare Home Care Inc | New Port Richey, FL | 266 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 848-2311 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Marathon. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a nursing assistant can help with
- Bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Safe transfers, repositioning and walking
- Help with eating and fluids
- Taking and noting vital signs if asked
What CNAs costs in Marathon
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,811 monthly median income of Marathon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
What to know before hiring a nursing assistant
To be certified, a nurse aide completes a state-approved training program of at least 75 hours, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, and passes a competency exam (42 CFR 483.152). The state then lists them on its nurse aide registry, which you can search online in most states.
Questions worth asking: Which state certified you, and is it current? Where have you worked as a CNA? Are you comfortable with lifts, catheters and incontinence care? More in our nursing assistants guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Nursing Assistants in Marathon: common questions
How much does CNAs cost in Marathon?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,811 monthly median income of Marathon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Can a CNA give medication?
Generally no. A CNA can remind someone to take medication. Giving medication is usually reserved for licensed nurses, or for aides with a separate state medication certification.
More senior care near Marathon
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Big Pine Key, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Islamorada, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Big Coppitt Key, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Stock Island, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Key Largo, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Key West, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Florida City, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Homestead, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Leisure City, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Naranja, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Princeton, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Goulds, FL
Other care in Marathon
Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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