Philadelphia Topped 2025 Bedbug Infestation Rankings
The city recorded the highest number of service visits for bedbug remediation across the country in 2025.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Sleep Disorders
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Terminix released its 2025 rankings of United States cities based on the volume of bedbug service visits. Philadelphia emerged as the most-impacted city in the country, leading a list that also featured Cincinnati, New York, Detroit, and Cleveland-Akron in the top five spots.
Why it matters
Understanding regional variations in bedbug activity helps public health officials and residents identify areas with the highest prevalence of these pests. Tracking these service visits provides insight into which metropolitan environments currently struggle most with persistent bedbug infestations.
The report compiled service visit data from more than 300 Terminix branches across the nation throughout 2025. While Philadelphia claimed the top spot, no Florida cities appeared in the national top 10 rankings.
The players
Terminix
Terminix is a major pest control company that provides residential and commercial services, including bedbug remediation, across the United States.
The details
Researchers determined the rankings by aggregating the total number of service visits recorded for Rentokil Terminix customers. The analysis encompassed 50 cities throughout the United States to track where these pest control interventions occurred most frequently during the year.
Timeline
The data collection period for bedbug service visits occurred throughout 2025.
The Big Picture
This report follows the documented trend established by the 2025 Terminix annual bedbug service visit rankings. The findings illustrate how pest control demand fluctuates across major urban centers, providing a comparative framework for regional infestation prevalence.
High volumes of bedbug service visits in a specific area may signal a greater need for residents to remain vigilant regarding home hygiene and inspection habits. Individuals in heavily impacted cities should consider proactive measures to protect their sleeping environments from potential infestations.
The takeaway
Bedbug infestations remain a persistent issue for urban residents across the country regardless of geographic region. Homeowners should focus on regular mattress checks and quick identification of bites to minimize the health and sleep-related disruptions caused by these pests.
Further reading
For more information on managing health impacts related to pests, visit the Sleep Disorders section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WKMG.
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