Texas cities have topped lists for tech and hot ZIP codes, but their latest ranking comes with four legs—and it’s no compliment.
Terminix—one of the largest pest control companies in the U.S.—recently released a ranking of cities with the most rats in the nation. Using data from more than 300 Terminix branches nationwide, the pest control company compiled a list of cities that most frequently used rodent control services in 2025.
Two Texas cities claimed spots in the top 10: Houston at No. 5 and Dallas at No. 9. Houston newly entered Terminix’s top five this year, climbing two spots from the year prior, while Dallas fell one place…