Minneapolis Ranks Ninth Among U.S. Top 10 Rattiest Cities 2025

The 2025 Orkin report highlights the most rat-infested cities in the United States, with Los Angeles taking the top spot for the first time in over a decade, dethroning Chicago, which now ranks second. Minneapolis is the only Minnesota city to make the list, climbing to #9, while other Midwestern cities like Detroit and Chicago also appear in the top 10. Denver ranks #10 but has seen the largest drop in the top tier, possibly reflecting effective rat control efforts. Ohio cities such as Cleveland and Columbus remain in the top 50 but outside the top 10, with Cincinnati moving up in the rankings. Rat populations thrive in cities that offer abundant food, shelter, and moderate weather, which supports their survival and reproduction, emphasizing the importance of rodent prevention measures. The study underscores the adaptability of rats and their close association with human environments, especially in urban areas with dense neighborhoods and abundant resources.