Are ticks a problem in Delaware?

There have been 43 tick reports near Delaware, DE, with 0 bites and 43 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 Delaware?

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

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Ticks in Delaware, DE

43 tick reports from the Delaware, DE area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Delaware

Unidentified37 (86%)

Deer Tick6 (14%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Delaware

Ticks are active in Delaware, DE and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 86% 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