Are ticks a problem in Ks?

There have been 30 tick reports near Ks, KS, with 0 bites and 30 sightings. The most common species reported is the Deer Tick. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Ks?

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

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Ticks in Ks, KS

30 tick reports from the Ks, KS area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Ks

Deer Tick25 (83%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified5 (17%)

Tick Safety in Ks

Ticks are active in Ks, KS and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 83% 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