Are you wondering, What ticks are near me? Use our tick map of the USA to discover the different types of ticks you may encounter!
Learn more about ticks by state by selecting a location below.
Where Are Ticks in the US?
Learn more about ticks by state by selecting a location below.
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There are more than 90 tick species found across the US, but only a handful are known to bite humans, pets, or livestock. Some of the most common ticks are blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, which are known for spreading Lyme disease. Other common types are American dog ticks, Lone Star ticks, brown dog ticks, Rocky Mountain wood ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, and western blacklegged ticks. Each species thrives in different regions and environments, but all can carry harmful, disease-causing pathogens. Knowing the ticks that are common in your state can help you look out for them and the relevant symptoms of tick-borne diseases.
Most ticks don't travel very far on their own and rely on hosts like deer, mice, squirrels, rabbits, and birds to carry them to new areas. When these animals move through your grass, gardens, or brushy lawn edges, ticks can drop off and settle into shaded, humid spots where they wait for their next host. Pets can also pick up ticks during walks and accidentally bring them to your yard.
Tall grass, leaf litter, dense shrubs, woodpiles, and overgrown fence lines all create the cool, moist environments that ticks need to survive. If you have these areas in your yard, the perimeter can attract ticks, especially if neighboring properties have heavy vegetation, woods, or ponds.
Our tick spray kills ticks on contact. Mosquito Squad® Plus professionals spray areas in your yard where ticks breed and hide, including shrubbery or tall grasses on the perimeter of your property. This spray remains effective at helping to deter ticks for up to 21 days.
We also offer a tick tube treatment that kills ticks with a biodegradable product that gets on small rodents and eliminates the ticks that feed on them.
Work with tick control professionals who understand the ticks in your state. Our locations are locally owned and operated and backed by a national team that ensures all locations utilize the best service options available and have access to up-to-date industry knowledge and best practices. When it comes to killing ticks in your yard, you can count on us to get the job done right!
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There are more than 900 tick species in the world, including more than 90 in the US. These include two families of ticks: hard and soft. Hard ticks, such as the brown dog tick and deer tick, have a tough outer shell and a tendency to attach for long feedings. Soft ticks feed more quickly and often live in nests or burrows. Hard ticks are more common and can transmit Lyme disease. Only a few types of ticks regularly bite humans.
Yes, ticks are found in every state, but the species and their activity levels vary by region. Ticks are especially prevalent in the Northeast, Midwest, and Southeast where conditions are warm and humid during parts of the year. Because ticks can live in many areas, it's important for people in all states to be aware of ticks and mindful of prevention.
While there isn't a single state with the highest number of ticks, states in the Northeast and Midwest, such as Pennsylvania, Maine, New York, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, tend to have the most tick activity. In these areas, activity of blacklegged ticks, which spread Lyme disease, is notably high. These regions have ideal tick habitats with dense woodlands, tall grass, and humid conditions.
Read more: The Worst States for Lyme Disease
Alaska has the least tick activity because it has long winters and short summers. These conditions make it difficult for ticks to establish large populations.
Most tick species don't carry Lyme disease. Lyme is mainly associated with blacklegged ticks and western blacklegged ticks. Common ticks that don't carry Lyme disease (but can transmit other illnesses) include American dog ticks, Lone Star ticks, and Rocky Mountain wood ticks. Because all ticks can transmit diseases even if they don't carry Lyme disease, it's important to take precautions against them.
Ticks can live in short grass, but they're much less likely to hide there than in tall grass. They prefer shady and humid conditions so they don't dry out, but they may still enter short grass when they drop off wildlife or pets. While they may not stay there for long, they can remain long enough to attach to a passing host.
Western Black-legged Tick
American Dog Tick
Rocky Mountain Wood Tick
Brown Dog Tick
Asian Longhorned Tick
Blacklegged Tick
Lone Star Tick
Gulf Coast Tick
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