Warren County, Mississippi

Pest control in Vicksburg, MS

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Local data

Vicksburg at a glance

11/12Months averaging 50°F+ (insect season)

61.7 inYearly precipitation

33Freezing nights a year

1967Median year homes were built

Average monthly temperatureNOAA 1991–2020 normals, VICKSBURG CITY, MS. Bars in green average 50°F or more.

48°Jan
51°Feb
59°Mar
66°Apr
74°May
81°Jun
83°Jul
83°Aug
77°Sep
67°Oct
56°Nov
50°Dec

Pest season in Vicksburg

NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the VICKSBURG CITY, MS station (about 4 miles away) show an average temperature of 66.3°F, about 61.7 inches of precipitation a year spread over roughly 74 days with measurable rain or snow, 33 nights at or below freezing and 74 days reaching 90°F or more. Monthly averages stay at or above 50°F for 11 months of the year, a long warm season for ants, mosquitoes, wasps and other outdoor insects, with a short winter break. Average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about February through December.

Moisture and pests

At about 61.7 inches a year, Vicksburg is wet by national standards. Damp soil, gutters and crawl spaces favor subterranean termites, mosquitoes breeding in standing water, and moisture-loving pests such as cockroaches, silverfish and carpenter ants in water-damaged wood.

Homes and pest entry points

The median year built for housing in Vicksburg is 1967, and about 73% of its 10,478 housing units were built before 1980. Homes from this era often have settled foundations, aging weatherstripping and wood trim that can let pests in, and many have crawl spaces or basements worth checking for moisture. About 30% of housing units are in buildings with two or more units, where cockroaches and bed bugs can move between neighboring homes through shared walls and plumbing.

Services most relevant in Vicksburg

Owners, landlords and tenants

About 55% of occupied homes in Vicksburg are owner-occupied and 45% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should usually report pest problems to their landlord or property manager first, since leases and local rules often make treatment their responsibility.

Nearby places

Vicksburg is in Warren County. Places within about 30 miles include Tallulah, LA (19 mi).

Frequently asked questions

Is Pest Control Nation a pest control company in Vicksburg?

No. Pest Control Nation is a referral service. Calls from Vicksburg are connected to an independent pest control provider, subject to availability in Warren County.

When are pests most active around Vicksburg?

Based on NOAA monthly normals for the VICKSBURG CITY, MS station, average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about February through December, which is when most outdoor insects are active. Mice and some insects move indoors as it cools (about 33 freezing nights a year).

Which pest services are most relevant in Vicksburg?

Based on local climate and housing data, termite, rodent, bed bug are worth knowing about. Any of the listed pest services can be requested when you call.

Does this line handle raccoons, squirrels or other wildlife in Vicksburg?

No. Wildlife such as raccoons, squirrels, bats, snakes, skunks and birds is not handled through this line. Contact a wildlife control service or Warren County animal services for those.

Should renters in Vicksburg call?

Tenants should usually contact their landlord or property manager first. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected with a provider.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates; American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25003, B25024, B25034, B25035); 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual and monthly).

Covered pests