Are ticks a problem in Baltimore?

There have been 19 tick reports near Baltimore, MD, with 0 bites and 19 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Baltimore?

The most commonly reported tick species in Baltimore include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Baltimore, MD

19 tick reports from the Baltimore, MD area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Baltimore

Unidentified18 (95%)

Deer Tick1 (5%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Baltimore

Ticks are active in Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 95% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days