Are ticks a problem in Victoria?

There have been 78 tick reports near Victoria, IA, with 0 bites and 78 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 Victoria?

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

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Ticks in Victoria, IA

78 tick reports from the Victoria, IA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Victoria

Unidentified77 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Victoria

Ticks are active in Victoria, IA 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