Chicago lands crown as bedbug capital of the US: report
Chicago has been identified as the top US city for bedbug activity in the latest industry report from Orkin.
Velocity
How fast coverage is spreading — measured hourly from article rate × source diversity. How this works →
The brief
Orkin has released its 2026 ranking of bedbug hotspots across the United States. Chicago holds the top position on this list. The report identifies 50 cities nationwide experiencing high rates of infestations, including various popular vacation destinations.
Coverage from outlets including the New York Post, USA Today, WGRZ, and Cleveland.com highlights the inclusion of cities such as Buffalo, Tampa, Milwaukee, Dayton, and Pittsburgh in the top 50. Reporting emphasizes that for Tampa, this marks the first appearance on the list. Future developments will depend on whether cities implement new pest control measures or if local rankings shift in subsequent industry reports.
The current coverage does not specify the exact criteria used for the 2026 data collection beyond the attribution to Orkin.
Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 89d ago.
Quick answers
Which city is ranked as the bedbug capital of the US?
According to reports, Chicago holds the top ranking.
How many cities are included in the Orkin report?
The report ranks 50 US cities.
Is Tampa included in the latest ranking?
Yes, coverage indicates Tampa appears on the list for the first time.
Coverage (9)
- Buffalo crawls up Orkin's list of bedbug hotspots WGRZ · 91d ago
- 50 US cities with highest rates of bed bugs include popular vacation spots WMUR · 91d ago
- Tampa ranks among top 50 cities with bed bugs for 1st time WFLA · 91d ago
- Don't let the bed bugs bite! Orkin lists worst cities for bed bugs USA Today · 91d ago
- Milwaukee still among worst US cities for bed bugs, even as ranking improves Milwaukee Journal Sentinel · 91d ago
- A ‘souvenir’ not to bring home; How does Dayton rank amongst the worst cities for bed bugs? WHIO TV · 91d ago
- Orkin names worst cities for bed bugs in 2026: See where Cleveland, other Ohio cities rank Cleveland.com · 91d ago
- Where Pittsburgh ranks among worst cities for bed bugs in 2026 USA Today · 91d ago
- Chicago lands crown as bedbug capital of the US: report New York Post · 91d ago
Topics
Related trends
Iran targeting US military bases in Germany, weeks after Israel warned partners
Intelligence reports indicate Iran is targeting US military bases in Germany following prior warnings from Israel to its partners.
'Chicago Fire' Boss Explains 'Heartbreaking' Set-up for Cruz's Exit: 'He's Such a Beloved Character'
2 news sources are covering this Entertainment story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent says calling trip to Lambeau Field just another game ‘just wouldn’t be true’
1 news sources are covering this Sports story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
White Sox anger fans with lame first pitch pick for ALDS Game 3 after writers tease huge name
Chicago White Sox fans are reacting with disappointment after a mystery first pitch guest for ALDS Game 3 failed to meet high expectations.
High cost of GLP-1s drives some to seek cheaper, unregulated versions
Rising costs for GLP-1 weight loss and diabetes medications are pushing some American patients toward cheaper, unregulated alternatives.
Block 37 sold for $30 million to suburban firm planning major overhaul
Downtown Chicago's Block 37 shopping mall has been sold for thirty million dollars to a suburban real estate firm planning a major overhaul.