Are ticks a problem in Wisconsin?

There have been 31 tick reports near Wisconsin, WI, with 1 bites and 30 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 Wisconsin?

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

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Ticks in Wisconsin, WI

31 tick reports from the Wisconsin, WI area. 3% of reports involve bites.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Wisconsin

Unidentified30 (97%)

Deer Tick1 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Wisconsin

Ticks are active in Wisconsin, WI 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