
America’s 20 Most Rat-Infested Counties—Michigan Makes Top 10
If you've ever been awoken by the pitter-patter of little feet above your bed—but you don't have kids, and it's not Christmas (those would be hooves anyway), you might be dealing with a rat infestation. Michigan winters drive these rodents into homes and businesses while rocketing one Mitten State county into Cinch's Top U.S. Counties With the Worst Rodent Problems.
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If you're dealing with or have dealt with rat invasions, you're not alone. According to the U.S. Census American Housing Survey, 16.2 million homes report issues annually. That's 11.6 percent of America's households, or 38.5 million people (over 3 times the population of Michigan).
How a Michigan County Ended Up As 1 of America's Most Rat Infested
I was surprised to see the county in Michigan that made Cinch's top 10. You'd think Wayne, with nearly 2 million residents, would be it, but no. While population plays a part, it's not what fuels rat infestation.
Old homes are rat resorts and counties with aging infrastructure are practically rolling out the red carpet for them. Add overflowing garbage cans, urbanization, and climate, and you have the perfect recipe for a long-tailed rodent invasion.
The 20 Most Rat-Infest Counties in the U.S.
So, where does Michigan stand in the Great American Rodent Rodeo? Do you live in one of America's most rat-infested counties?
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Scroll on for Cinch's Top 20 U.S. Counties With the Worst Rodent Problem.
The 20 Most Rat-Infested Counties in America
Gallery Credit: Scott Clow
The 50 Most Rat Infested Cities in the USA
Gallery Credit: Scott Clow
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