Yearly Archives: 2026

Miami Holds No. 1 Spot on Orkin’s 2026 Top 50 Termite Cities List

ATLANTA (February 17, 2026) – Miami and Los Angeles have been competing for the #1 spot as the most termite-infested city in America since Orkin’s Top 50 Termite Cities lists’ inception. This year, Miami takes home the crown for the fourth year in a row, with Los Angeles and Tampa, Fla. following closely behind. Warm-weather markets continue to dominate, with Florida cities taking up six spots in the top 20 this year. The Northeast saw one of the most notable shifts, as New York reentered the top 10 at No. 9, climbing seven spots since last year and marking the largest jump among leading cities. Heat and dry conditions can allow termites to stay active longer, a trend reflected in the ongoing concentration of warm-weather cities at the top of Orkin’s list. Continue reading→