Are ticks a problem in United States?

There have been 200 tick reports near United States, with 21 bites and 179 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 United States?

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

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Ticks in United States

200 tick reports from the United States area. 11% of reports involve bites.

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200

Total Reports

179

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in United States

Unidentified176 (88%)

Lone Star Tick9 (5%)

Risk: Moderate — Alpha-gal syndrome

American Dog Tick7 (4%)

Risk: Moderate — Rocky Mountain spotted fever

Deer Tick6 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Gulf Coast Tick1 (1%)

Risk: Moderate

Brown Dog Tick1 (1%)

Risk: Low

Tick Safety in United States

Ticks are active in United States and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 88% 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