Are ticks a problem in Monroe County?

There have been 40 tick reports near Monroe County, MO, with 0 bites and 40 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 Monroe County?

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

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Ticks in Monroe County, MO

40 tick reports from the Monroe County, MO area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Monroe County

Unidentified28 (70%)

Deer Tick12 (30%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Monroe County

Ticks are active in Monroe County, MO and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 70% 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