21/100
Rodents
low risk+46%vs California
-21%vs National
Peak:Sep - Mar
MERCED, CA
Merced County
What You Should Know
- !Cockroaches risk is 19% above state average - elevated concern
- !Termites risk is 44% above national average
- ✓Low rodents risk (21% below average) - prevention plan candidate
Risk Assessment
75/100
Termites
elevated riskavgvs California
+44%vs National
Peak:Mar - Jun
75/100
Cockroaches
elevated risk+19%vs California
+67%vs National
Peak:May - Oct
45/100
Bedbugs
moderate riskavgvs California
avgvs National
Peak:Jun - Sep
Termites: Swarm season for new colonies. Cockroaches: Most active in warm, humid weather
Local Factors
Area characteristics influencing pest risk in Merced County
Housing Characteristics
Median Construction Year~1970
Mid-century homes may have some settling-related gaps but generally have intact foundations
Pre-1950 Housing Stock17%
High concentration of older homes means more properties with potential structural entry points throughout the neighborhood
Single-Family Homes83%
Detached homes have less neighbor-to-neighbor pest transmission but larger perimeters to protect
Environmental Factors
Poultry Operation Density0.04/sq mi
85 operations in county. Feed storage and waste attract rodent populations that expand into residential areas
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