Chicago Drops to Sixth on Terminix’s Annual Rodent Infestation List
Chicago has fallen to the sixth position on Terminix's annual list of cities most infested with rodents.
Chicago, IL, October 6, 2026 —
Chicago has moved down the rankings on Terminix’s annual compilation of cities most afflicted by rodent infestations. The city is now listed in the sixth position, according to the pest control company’s latest report.
This marks a shift from previous years, though the specific ranking from the prior year was not provided in the summary. Terminix’s annual list typically assesses various factors related to rodent activity and extermination efforts across major U.S. cities.
The exact methodology used by Terminix to compile its list, including the specific data points and criteria for ranking, was not detailed in the provided information. Nor were the reasons for Chicago’s change in position clarified.
The summary did not specify which cities ranked higher or lower than Chicago in the current report, nor did it mention specific incidents or statistics related to rodent activity within the city.
Information regarding the number of pest control calls, reported rodent sightings, or public health concerns directly tied to this ranking was also not made available in the summary.
The contractor responsible for pest control services in Chicago, or any specific municipal initiatives aimed at rodent control, were not mentioned. Similarly, no data on fines, permits, or inspection outcomes related to rodent infestations were provided.
Further details regarding the timeline of the data collection for this report or potential future actions or trends expected to impact Chicago’s ranking were not included.
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