SC has one of most rat infested cities in US, Orkin says — and it’s worse than last year

Rat infestation ranking

Greenville has appeared on another national list, this time for its rat problem. Orkin ranked Greenville 30th among the most rat-infested cities in the United States, moving up from 34th place the previous year.

Year-over-year change

The new position indicates that Greenville’s rodent issues have worsened compared with the prior year. Being four spots higher on Orkin’s list suggests rats have become a more visible and persistent problem in the city.

Orkin has scored Greenville No. 30 — last year the Upstate city was 34.

Local context

Greenville is part of South Carolina’s Upstate region, and its inclusion on the list puts a spotlight on urban pest control challenges there. The shift in ranking may reflect growing concerns among residents and businesses about sanitation and public health.


Author’s summary: Orkin’s list shows Greenville climbing from 34th to 30th place for rat infestations, highlighting a noticeable worsening of the city’s rodent problem in the last year.

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