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Chicago Tops Orkin's 2025 Bed Bug Cities List Again as Unexpected Cities Climb the Ranks

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Orkin (NYSE:ROL) has released its 2025 Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List, with Chicago maintaining its position as the most bed bug-infested city for the fifth consecutive year. The rankings are based on treatment data from metro areas where Orkin performed bed bug treatments from May 15, 2024 to May 14, 2025.

Notable changes in the rankings include Hartford, Connecticut making a dramatic entry at No. 35 after jumping 48 spots, while major cities like Charlotte (No. 31), Philadelphia (No. 24), and New York (No. 15) saw significant drops in reported infestations. The company's entomologist, Ben Hottel, emphasizes the importance of early detection and prevention, particularly during peak travel seasons.

Orkin, founded in 1901 and headquartered in Atlanta, operates 358 owned and operated branch offices and 47 franchises in the U.S., along with international presence across multiple continents. The company continues its partnership with the American Red Cross® since 2020 to raise awareness about pest-related health threats.

Orkin (NYSE:ROL) ha pubblicato la sua lista delle 50 città con più infestazioni di cimici da letto per il 2025, con Chicago che mantiene la prima posizione come città più infestata per il quinto anno consecutivo. La classifica si basa sui dati dei trattamenti effettuati nelle aree metropolitane da Orkin dal 15 maggio 2024 al 14 maggio 2025.

Tra i cambiamenti più significativi nella classifica spicca l'ingresso sorprendente di Hartford, Connecticut, al 35° posto, con un balzo di 48 posizioni, mentre città importanti come Charlotte (31°), Philadelphia (24°) e New York (15°) hanno registrato cali significativi nelle infestazioni riportate. L'entomologo dell'azienda, Ben Hottel, sottolinea l'importanza della rilevazione precoce e della prevenzione, soprattutto durante i periodi di maggiore afflusso turistico.

Orkin, fondata nel 1901 e con sede ad Atlanta, gestisce 358 filiali di proprietà e 47 franchising negli Stati Uniti, oltre a una presenza internazionale su più continenti. L'azienda continua la sua collaborazione con la Croce Rossa Americana® dal 2020 per sensibilizzare sui rischi per la salute legati agli infestanti.

Orkin (NYSE:ROL) ha publicado su lista de las 50 ciudades con más infestaciones de chinches para 2025, con Chicago manteniendo su posición como la ciudad más infestada por quinto año consecutivo. Las clasificaciones se basan en datos de tratamientos realizados en áreas metropolitanas por Orkin desde el 15 de mayo de 2024 hasta el 14 de mayo de 2025.

Cambios notables en la clasificación incluyen la entrada destacada de Hartford, Connecticut, en el puesto 35 tras subir 48 posiciones, mientras que ciudades importantes como Charlotte (31), Filadelfia (24) y Nueva York (15) experimentaron caídas significativas en las infestaciones reportadas. El entomólogo de la empresa, Ben Hottel, enfatiza la importancia de la detección temprana y la prevención, especialmente durante las temporadas altas de viaje.

Orkin, fundada en 1901 y con sede en Atlanta, opera 358 sucursales propias y 47 franquicias en EE.UU., además de tener presencia internacional en varios continentes. La compañía continúa su asociación con la Cruz Roja Americana® desde 2020 para aumentar la conciencia sobre las amenazas a la salud relacionadas con plagas.

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Orkin (NYSE:ROL) a publié sa liste des 50 villes les plus infestées par les punaises de lit en 2025, avec Chicago conservant sa place de ville la plus infestée pour la cinquième année consécutive. Le classement est basé sur les données de traitements réalisés dans les zones métropolitaines où Orkin a effectué des traitements contre les punaises de lit du 15 mai 2024 au 14 mai 2025.

Parmi les changements notables dans le classement, Hartford, Connecticut, fait une entrée spectaculaire à la 35e place après avoir grimpé de 48 places, tandis que des grandes villes comme Charlotte (31e), Philadelphie (24e) et New York (15e) ont connu des baisses significatives des infestations signalées. L’entomologiste de l’entreprise, Ben Hottel, souligne l’importance de la détection précoce et de la prévention, en particulier durant les périodes de forte affluence touristique.

Orkin, fondée en 1901 et basée à Atlanta, exploite 358 agences en propre et 47 franchises aux États-Unis, avec une présence internationale sur plusieurs continents. L’entreprise poursuit son partenariat avec la Croix-Rouge américaine® depuis 2020 pour sensibiliser aux risques sanitaires liés aux nuisibles.

Orkin (NYSE:ROL) hat seine Liste der Top 50 Städte mit Bettwanzenbefall für 2025 veröffentlicht, wobei Chicago zum fünften Mal in Folge die Stadt mit dem höchsten Bettwanzenbefall bleibt. Die Rangliste basiert auf Behandlungsdaten aus Metropolregionen, in denen Orkin vom 15. Mai 2024 bis zum 14. Mai 2025 Bettwanzenbehandlungen durchgeführt hat.

Bemerkenswerte Veränderungen in der Rangliste sind unter anderem der dramatische Einstieg von Hartford, Connecticut auf Platz 35 nach einem Sprung um 48 Plätze, während Großstädte wie Charlotte (Platz 31), Philadelphia (Platz 24) und New York (Platz 15) einen deutlichen Rückgang der gemeldeten Befälle verzeichneten. Der Entomologe des Unternehmens, Ben Hottel, betont die Bedeutung der frühzeitigen Erkennung und Prävention, insbesondere während der Hauptreisezeiten.

Orkin, gegründet 1901 und mit Hauptsitz in Atlanta, betreibt 358 eigene Niederlassungen und 47 Franchise-Büros in den USA sowie eine internationale Präsenz auf mehreren Kontinenten. Das Unternehmen setzt seine Partnerschaft mit dem Amerikanischen Roten Kreuz® seit 2020 fort, um das Bewusstsein für gesundheitliche Gefahren durch Schädlinge zu erhöhen.

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Newcomers like Hartford and Peoria shake up this year's list as travel season threatens to spread infestations

ATLANTA, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --  made the biggest leap in Orkin's 2025 Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List, debuting at No. 35 after jumping an unprecedented 48 spots � indicating a significant increase in bed bug activity. In contrast,  (no. 31),  (no. 24) and  (no. 15) all saw significant drops, suggesting fewer reported bed bug infestations compared to the previous year. However, one thing hasn't changed: for the fifth consecutive year,  holds onto its spot as the most bed bug-infested city in the nation.

For more than 20,000 years, bed bugs have mastered the art of going unnoticed until it's too late. With travel-heavy months ahead, vigilance is key.  hotel rooms and luggage could mean the difference between a relaxing vacation and an itchy return home.

This year's rankings are based on treatment data from metro areas where Orkin performed the most bed bug treatments from May 15, 2024 � May 14, 2025. The list includes both Ի .

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  2. Cleveland (+2)
  3. Detroit (+3)
  4. Los Angeles (+1)
  5. Indianapolis (+3)
  6. Washington, D.C. (+1)
  7. Grand Rapids, Mich. (+7)
  8. Columbus, Ohio (+3)
  9. Champaign, Ill. (+1)
  10. Milwaukee (+15)
  11. Baltimore (+5)
  12. Pittsburgh (+9)
  13. Cincinnati (-1)
  14. Denver (+1)
  15. New York (-13)
  16. Flint, Mich. (+7)
  17. Atlanta (-4)
  18. St. Louis (+1)
  19. Charleston, W. Va. (+7)
  20. Cedar Rapids, Iowa (+19)
  21. Davenport, Iowa (+8)
  22. Youngstown, Ohio (-2)
  23. Raleigh, N.C. (+1)
  24. Dallas (-2)
  25. Philadelphia (-22)
  26. Omaha, Neb. (+10)
  27. South Bend, Ind. (+10)
  28. Richmond, Va. (-11)
  29. Knoxville, Tenn. (+5)
  30. Greenville, S.C. (-3)
  31. Norfolk, Va. (-3)
  32. Charlotte, N.C. (-23)
  33. Peoria, Ill. (+18)
  34. Oklahoma City, Okla. (+14)
  35. Hartford, Conn. (+48)
  36. Toledo, Ohio (-4)
  37. Buffalo (+5)
  38. Fort Wayne, Ind. (+2)
  39. Seattle (+5)
  40. Minneapolis (+7)
  41. Miami (+1)
  42. San Francisco (-1)
  43. Dayton, Ohio (-10)
  44. Nashville (-14)
  45. Houston (-7)
  46. Las Vegas (-11)
  47. Boston (+10)
  48. Lansing, Mich. (+4)
  49. San Diego (+10)
  50. Syracuse, N.Y. (+8)

"Bed bugs are some of the most resilient pests in the world, making them extremely difficult to control if brought into a home or hotel," said Ben Hottel, Orkin entomologist. "As summer travel picks up, it is critical that people know the best ways to identify, prevent and control these pests."

Cities like Charlotte, Philadelphia and New York made significant improvements in their fight against bed bugs by taking preventative measures against this pest. These major changes in ranking prove the importance of inspecting beds and luggage for bed bugs during and after travel.

Know before you go: Bed bug prevention tips

Measuring only 3/16 inch long and mostly nocturnal,  are difficult to detect. These pests are hematophagous, which means blood is their only food source and their favorite supplier happens to be sleeping humans. Clinging to items such as luggage, purses and other personal belongings,  from place to place with ease.

Orkin recommends the following steps to help prevent travelers from bringing bed bugs home in 2025.

During travel, remember the acronym S.L.E.E.P. to :

  • Search the room for signs of infestation, looking for bed bugs, which are small, flat, oval-shaped insects that are brown and about the size of an apple seed. Other signs of bed bugs include ink-like stains on fabrics, shed exoskeletons around furniture and a sweet, musty smell.
  • Lift sheets, curtains and cushions to check for bed bugs or signs of bed bugs.
  • Elevate your luggage onto racks and keep it away from the bed or other furniture.
  • Examine your luggage carefully while repacking and again when you return home.
  • Place all dryer-safe clothing from your luggage in the dryer for 30 to 45 minutes at the highest heat setting upon returning home.

"What makes bed bugs especially challenging is their growing resistance to certain treatments, which is why early detection and proactive prevention are so critical," said Hottel. "If there's any sign of bed bugs, it's important to involve a trained professional, like the Pros at Orkin, right away."

With nearly 125 years of experience with bed bugs and state-of-the-art tools and products, Orkin is well-equipped to assess your bed bug problem, offer training for short-staffed hospitality teams and mount a strategic response to help rid your home or business of the pest and provide maximum protection.

For more information about bed bug prevention and bed bug control, visit .

About Orkin, LLC
Founded in 1901, Atlanta-based Orkin is an industry leader in essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects. Orkin has 358 owned and operated branch offices and 47 franchises in the U.S. The company also has international franchises and subsidiaries in Canada, Europe, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Asia, the Mediterranean, Africa, and Mexico. Orkin is committed to protecting public health by helping prevent and control pests as well as educating consumers on the potential health risks posed by these pests. As such, since 2020, Orkin has partnered with the American Red Cross® to inform the public about the health threats of mosquitoes while boosting our country's blood supply through monetary contributions and blood donations. Orkin is committed to hiring the world's best to help protect the places where we live, work and play. Learn more about careers at Orkin . Visit  for additional information. Orkin is a wholly-owned subsidiary of (۳: ROL). Follow us on , , Ի .

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FAQ

What city ranked #1 on Orkin's 2025 Bed Bug Cities List?

Chicago ranked #1 on Orkin's 2025 Bed Bug Cities List for the fifth consecutive year.

How many branch offices and franchises does Orkin (NYSE:ROL) operate in the US?

Orkin operates 358 owned and operated branch offices and 47 franchises in the United States.

Which city made the biggest jump in Orkin's 2025 bed bug rankings?

Hartford, Connecticut made the biggest leap, jumping 48 spots to debut at No. 35 on the list.

What period does Orkin's 2025 bed bug city rankings cover?

The rankings are based on treatment data from May 15, 2024 to May 14, 2025.

Which major cities showed improvement in Orkin's 2025 bed bug rankings?

Charlotte (No. 31), Philadelphia (No. 24), and New York (No. 15) all saw significant drops in their rankings, indicating fewer reported bed bug infestations.
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