The size of Marama is approximately 385 square kilometres. The population of Marama in 2011 was 163 people. By 2016 the population was 50 showing a population decline of 69.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Marama is 60-69 years. Households in Marama are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Marama work in a managers occupation. In 2011, 87.5% of the homes in Marama were owner-occupied compared with 91.3% in 2016.