Are ticks a problem in Kansas?

There have been 28 tick reports near Kansas, KS, with 1 bites and 27 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 Kansas?

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

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Ticks in Kansas, KS

28 tick reports from the Kansas, KS area. 4% of reports involve bites.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Kansas

Unidentified27 (96%)

Lone Star Tick1 (4%)

Risk: Moderate — Alpha-gal syndrome

Tick Safety in Kansas

Ticks are active in Kansas, KS 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