Are ticks a problem in New York?

There have been 162 tick reports near New York, NY, with 0 bites and 162 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 New York?

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

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Ticks in New York, NY

162 tick reports from the New York, NY area.

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162

Total Reports

162

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in New York

Unidentified161 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in New York

Ticks are active in New York, NY and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 99% 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