Are ticks a problem in North Carolina?

There have been 105 tick reports near North Carolina, NC, with 1 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, American Dog Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in North Carolina, NC

105 tick reports from the North Carolina, NC area. 1% of reports involve bites.

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105

Total Reports

104

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in North Carolina

Unidentified104 (99%)

American Dog Tick1 (1%)

Risk: Moderate — Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Tick Safety in North Carolina

Ticks are active in North Carolina, NC 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