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.
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.
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.