Are ticks a problem in Ms?

There have been 117 tick reports near Ms, MS, with 0 bites and 117 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 Ms?

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

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Ticks in Ms, MS

117 tick reports from the Ms, MS area.

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117

Total Reports

117

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Ms

Deer Tick81 (69%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified36 (31%)

Tick Safety in Ms

Ticks are active in Ms, MS and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 69% 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