Are ticks a problem in Ohio?

There have been 44 tick reports near Ohio, OH, with 0 bites and 44 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 Ohio?

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

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Ticks in Ohio, OH

44 tick reports from the Ohio, OH area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Ohio

Unidentified40 (91%)

Deer Tick3 (7%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

American Dog Tick1 (2%)

Risk: Moderate — Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Tick Safety in Ohio

Ticks are active in Ohio, OH and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 91% 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