Are ticks a problem in Columbia County?

There have been 172 tick reports near Columbia County, IA, with 0 bites and 172 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 Columbia County?

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

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Ticks in Columbia County, IA

172 tick reports from the Columbia County, IA area.

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172

Total Reports

172

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Columbia County

Unidentified165 (96%)

Deer Tick7 (4%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Columbia County

Ticks are active in Columbia County, IA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 96% 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