Are ticks a problem in North Carolina?

There have been 104 tick reports near North Carolina, IN, with 0 bites and 104 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 North Carolina?

The most commonly reported tick species in North Carolina include Unidentified. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in North Carolina, IN

104 tick reports from the North Carolina, IN area.

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Total Reports

104

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in North Carolina

Unidentified104 (100%)

Tick Safety in North Carolina

Ticks are active in North Carolina, IN and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 100% 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