Minneapolis Ranks 11th on Annual Rattiest Cities List
The city improved its standing from last year on Orkin’s list of most rodent-prone urban areas.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Home Organization
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Minneapolis landed at number 11 on the 2026 Orkin list of the rattiest cities in the United States. This ranking marks an improvement from the city's 9th place spot in 2025.
Why it matters
The list provides a snapshot of urban pest activity, highlighting the prevalence of rodent service requests across different metropolitan areas.
Minneapolis secured the 11th spot on the 2026 Orkin list, moving up from its previous 9th place position. Elsewhere in the region, Milwaukee earned the 18th rank, while Madison and Eau Claire fell off the list entirely.
The players
Orkin
Orkin is a pest control company that annually tracks and publishes data on rodent-related service requests across United States cities.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis is the largest city in Minnesota and serves as a major urban hub where Orkin evaluates pest activity.
The details
Orkin compiled the findings by tracking new residential rodent treatment services provided to owner-occupied homes. The data covers reports collected over a full year.
Timeline
The data tracking period spanned from August 9, 2025, to August 9, 2026.
The ranking was released as part of the 2026 list.
Culture Shift
This story follows a pattern set by the Orkin rattiest cities list, which tracks annual fluctuations in urban pest management demands. These rankings reflect broader shifts in urban density and environmental factors that influence how residents manage household pests.
The ranking serves as a reminder for local homeowners to check for potential entry points and maintain sanitary conditions to discourage rodents. Residents may want to prioritize sealing gaps or securing trash bins to prevent attracting pests during the colder months.
The takeaway
Maintaining a clean and sealed home remains the most effective defense against rodent infestations. Homeowners should proactively inspect their properties for signs of activity to prevent pests from seeking shelter indoors.
Further reading
For more tips on maintaining a pest-free household, visit the Home Organization section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News Talk 1340 KROC-AM.
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