Seven host cities including New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, Boston and Houston rank in the top ten for activity for mosquitoes, bed bugs or both. The data is drawn from two Terminix annual reports released this spring, both based on 2025 service data from more than 300 Rentokil-owned Terminix branches nationwide.
Host cities ranking among the top 10 for both pests
| City | Mosquito | Bed Bug | Tournament Role |
| New York/New Jersey | #1 | #3 | Final host |
| Philadelphia | #4 | #1 | Host city |
| Atlanta | #5 | #7 | Semifinal host |
Also on the Map: Host Cities Ranking in the Top 10 for One Pest
| City | Mosquito | Bed Bug | Tournament Role |
| Dallas-Fort Worth | #2 | #11 | Semifinal host |
| Los Angeles | #3 | #24 | Host city |
| Boston | #8 | #16 | Quarterfinal host |
| Houston | #10 | #18 | Host city |
Mosquitoes and outdoor events
The city hosting this summer’s final match has also claimed a title no one wants: America’s most mosquito-infested city, a Terminix first for New York. Extreme summer heat and rainfall have created a perfect storm for pest activity, hitting peak levels right as travelers from around the world descend on the metro area for the summer’s biggest outdoor events, and New York isn’t the only host city feeling it.
“These aren’t random cities, they’re dense, high-traffic urban environments where warm temperatures and increased rainfall extend mosquito season well into the summer months,” said Dr. Sydney Crawley, principal vector scientist at Terminix, in a news release. “With millions of fans gathering outdoors this summer, travelers need to be thinking about protection before they arrive, not after they’ve been bitten.”
Stop bed bugs from hitching a ride
As most PMPs know, bed bugs are some of the most common hitchhikers that travelers will encounter during the 2026 World Cup, beach vacations or any travel this summer. Host city Philadelphia ranked first for bed bug activity for the second year in a row while other non-host cities made a valiant effort with Cincinnati jumping from 14 up to second, and Detroit moving to fourth.
“Bed bug demand has consistently increased over the past several years,” added Eric Braun, technical service manager at Terminix. “What this summer adds is scale. The volume of international travelers moving through a concentrated set of cities over a short window is likely unlike anything we’ve seen in recent years.”
What to tell customers before they travel
- Apply an EPA-registered repellent containing DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus before heading to outdoor events or fan zones.
- Wear long sleeves and pants during peak mosquito hours, especially in high-humidity cities.
- Avoid standing water near your accommodations, including planters, gutters and pool areas, where mosquitoes breed.
Quick checklist for travelling customers
- Inspect mattress seams, headboard and upholstered furniture for rust-colored or black stains, shed skin or live bugs before placing luggage on any surface.
- Store luggage on a hard surface: Bed bugs can be found on fabric-covered racks, so store luggage on the bathroom tile floor or other hard surfaces like a desk.
- Returning home: Run all clothing through a dryer on high heat for at least 30 minutes.
About Rentokil Terminix
Rentokil Terminix is the leading provider of residential and commercial services in North America. The company provides health, hygiene and environment services and pest management services, including protection against termites, mosquitoes, rodents and other pests. The company is part of Rentokil Initial plc (NYSE: RTO), one of the largest business services companies in the world.
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