Chicago has ranked #1 for bed bugs in Orkin's annual report for over a decade. Dense apartment buildings, high tenant turnover, and major travel hub status make Chicago the worst city in America for bed bug infestations.
If you live in a multi-unit building, shared walls and common laundry rooms mean one unit's problem becomes the whole building's problem fast. Early inspection matters because bed bugs hide behind baseboards, inside furniture, and in narrow gaps before the infestation becomes obvious.
Read why Chicago is the #1 bed bug city again in 2026 and what residents can do next.