There’s both good news and bad news when it comes to mosquitoes in the Show-Me State. The bad news? They’re back and just as annoying as ever. The good news? Missouri actually ranks low on the list of states with the most mosquito problems in the nation.

Welcome to Bug Season in Missouri

I love sitting outside, enjoying the warm weather, opening the windows, it's just the best time of year. That's until some annoying bugs and mosquitoes decide to ruin my day. Well, there is good news: a new ranking of cities with the most mosquitoes, with Missouri at 36 on the list.

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See, not bad at all!

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Not saying that there won't be any to deal with this summer, but according to Terminix, it doesn't look like Missourians will have to deal with a massive problem this year.

Top Cites for Mosquitoes

If you are traveling this summer, make sure to bring extra repellent when you visit these cities with reports of having the most mosquitoes.

  1. LA
  2. Dallas-Ft. Worth
  3. New York
  4. Atlanta
  5. Houston

Cities with the Least Amount of Mosquitoes

  1. Denver
  2. Harrisburg
  3. Lexington
  4. Ft. Myers
  5. Bakersfield

They make amazing repellents and other sprays to keep those nasty bugs off you so you can enjoy the warmer weather days without getting eaten alive. You will have to invest in some good spray, but it will be worth it in the end.

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