Are ticks a problem in Charleston?

There have been 29 tick reports near Charleston, SC, with 0 bites and 29 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 Charleston?

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

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Ticks in Charleston, SC

29 tick reports from the Charleston, SC area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Charleston

Unidentified28 (97%)

Deer Tick1 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Charleston

Ticks are active in Charleston, SC and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 97% 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