Are ticks a problem in Pennsylvania?

There have been 32 tick reports near Pennsylvania, PA, with 1 bites and 31 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 Pennsylvania?

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

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Ticks in Pennsylvania, PA

32 tick reports from the Pennsylvania, PA area. 3% of reports involve bites.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Pennsylvania

Unidentified31 (97%)

Gulf Coast Tick1 (3%)

Risk: Moderate

Tick Safety in Pennsylvania

Ticks are active in Pennsylvania, PA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 97% 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