Are ticks a problem in Montgomery County?

There have been 73 tick reports near Montgomery County, MO, with 0 bites and 73 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 Montgomery County?

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

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Ticks in Montgomery County, MO

73 tick reports from the Montgomery County, MO area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Montgomery County

Unidentified57 (78%)

Deer Tick16 (22%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Montgomery County

Ticks are active in Montgomery County, MO and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 78% 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