Bridgeport, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 146,579 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.1%

Population (male): 72,995

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,091.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bridgeport: 130.9 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Jamaican (7.9%), Haitian (3.6%), Italian (3.4%), Brazilian (3.1%), African (3.1%), American (1.6%).

Elevation: 25 feet

Land Area: 16.0 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      Hispanic - 58,619 - 40.0%
      Black alone - 50,609 - 34.5%
      White alone - 27,974 - 19.1%
      Asian alone - 5,103 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 3,144 - 2.1%
      American Indian alone - 807 - 0.6%
      Other race alone - 326 - 0.2%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Bridgeport, CT

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Bridgeport, CT drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Bridgeport, CT Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Bridgeport, CT testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 1.3 miles

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
Categories: FAIRFIELD CT

1918 Black Rock Turnpike 2.4 miles

1918 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 6825
Categories: Fairfield CT

60 WATSON BLVD 2.5 miles

60 WATSON BLVD
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

226 MILL HILL AVE 2.6 miles

226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

161 BOSTON AVE 2.6 miles

161 BOSTON AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 2.9 miles

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1,
Stratford, CT 6615
Categories: Stratford CT

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 3.8 miles

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

4750 MAIN ST 4.0 miles

4750 MAIN ST
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6606
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

1040 BARNUM AVE 4.3 miles

1040 BARNUM AVE
STRATFORD, CT 6614
Categories: STRATFORD CT

887 BRIDGEPORT AVE 7.5 miles

887 BRIDGEPORT AVE
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

232 BOSTON POST RD 7.5 miles

232 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105 7.8 miles

2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

13 LAFAYETTE ST 8.3 miles

13 LAFAYETTE ST
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185 8.5 miles

4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

100 COMMERCE DR 8.5 miles

100 COMMERCE DR
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

515 Bridgeport Ave, 9.6 miles

515 Bridgeport Ave,
Shelton, CT 6484
Categories: Shelton CT

388 MAIN ST 10.9 miles

388 MAIN ST
MONROE, CT 6468
Categories: MONROE CT

607 Main Ave 11.2 miles

607 Main Ave
Norwalk, CT 6851
Categories: Norwalk CT

346 MAIN AVE 11.6 miles

346 MAIN AVE
NORWALK, CT 6851
Categories: NORWALK CT

346 MAIN AVE STE B 11.6 miles

346 MAIN AVE STE B
NORWALK, CT 6851
Categories: NORWALK CT

236 BOSTON POST RD 12.8 miles

236 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 6477
Categories: ORANGE CT

44 BRIDGE ST 13.8 miles

44 BRIDGE ST
ANSONIA, CT 6401
Categories: ANSONIA CT

266 S MAIN ST 14.3 miles

266 S MAIN ST
NEWTOWN, CT 6470
Categories: NEWTOWN CT

484 POST RD 14.5 miles

484 POST RD
DARIEN, CT 6820
Categories: DARIEN CT

557 Post Rd, 14.7 miles

557 Post Rd,
Darien, CT 6820
Categories: Darien CT

175 SHERMAN AVE 16.8 miles

175 SHERMAN AVE
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306 17.0 miles

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL 17.0 miles

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL
NEW HAVEN, CT 6515
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

2 Church St S Ste 115, 17.1 miles

2 Church St S Ste 115,
New Haven, CT 6519
Categories: New Haven CT

1213 CHAPEL ST 17.1 miles

1213 CHAPEL ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

10 SOUTH ST STE 101 17.3 miles

10 SOUTH ST STE 101
RIDGEFIELD, CT 6877
Categories: RIDGEFIELD CT

863 N Main St Ext 18.4 miles

863 N Main St Ext
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

1100 DIXWELL AVE 18.6 miles

1100 DIXWELL AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6514
Categories: HAMDEN CT

370 JAMES ST STE 304 18.6 miles

370 JAMES ST STE 304
NEW HAVEN, CT 6513
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 18.6 miles

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATI NY

16 APOLLO RD 18.7 miles

16 APOLLO RD
BETHEL, CT 6801
Categories: BETHEL CT

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 18.7 miles

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Categories: Port Jefferson Station NY

1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 19.0 miles

1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100
STAMFORD, CT 6902
Categories: STAMFORD CT

37 BEACH AVE 19.1 miles

37 BEACH AVE
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATION NY

3000 SUMMER ST 19.1 miles

3000 SUMMER ST
STAMFORD, CT 6905
Categories: STAMFORD CT

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 19.4 miles

1660 ROUTE 112 STE E
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
Categories: PORT JEFFERSON STATION NY

80 Mill River Street, 19.4 miles

80 Mill River Street,
Stamford, CT 6902
Categories: Stamford CT

1631 STATE ST 19.4 miles

1631 STATE ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000 19.5 miles

22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000
POUND RIDGE, NY 10576
Categories: POUND RIDGE NY

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 19.5 miles

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

765 ROUTE 25A 19.7 miles

765 ROUTE 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Categories: MILLER PLACE NY

400 W MAIN ST 19.9 miles

400 W MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

320 LAUREL RD 20.2 miles

320 LAUREL RD
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
Categories: NORTHPORT NY

15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 20.3 miles

15 COMMERCE RD FL 3
STAMFORD, CT 6902
Categories: STAMFORD CT

900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2 20.4 miles

900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2
SOUTHBURY, CT 6488
Categories: SOUTHBURY CT

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 20.5 miles

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
Categories: STONY BROOK NY

7 Germantown Rd, 20.6 miles

7 Germantown Rd,
Danbury, CT 6810
Categories: Danbury CT

67 SAND PIT RD 20.7 miles

67 SAND PIT RD
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

24 HOSPITAL AVE 20.8 miles

24 HOSPITAL AVE
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

79 SAND PIT RD STE 302 20.8 miles

79 SAND PIT RD STE 302
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

2080 WHITNEY AVE 21.1 miles

2080 WHITNEY AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

2 GLEN HILL RD 21.2 miles

2 GLEN HILL RD
DANBURY, CT 6811
Categories: DANBURY CT

235 Boyle Rd, 21.3 miles

235 Boyle Rd,
Selden, NY 11784
Categories: Selden NY

84 N MAIN ST 21.4 miles

84 N MAIN ST
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

35 MARLIN RD 21.5 miles

35 MARLIN RD
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
Categories: CENTEREACH NY

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 21.5 miles

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

2 BROOKSITE DR 21.5 miles

2 BROOKSITE DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 21.5 miles

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107
Smithtown, NY 11787
Categories: Smithtown NY

47 MOREWOOD DR 21.7 miles

47 MOREWOOD DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

3000 Dixwell Ave, 21.8 miles

3000 Dixwell Ave,
Hamden, CT 6518
Categories: Hamden CT

246 FEDERAL RD STE D12 21.8 miles

246 FEDERAL RD STE D12
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
Categories: BROOKFIELD CT

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL 21.8 miles

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

144 North Main Street, 21.9 miles

144 North Main Street,
Branford, CT 6405
Categories: Branford CT

175 E Main Street Suite 105, 22.3 miles

175 E Main Street Suite 105,
Huntington, NY 11743
Categories: Huntington NY

1850 ROUTE 112 22.3 miles

1850 ROUTE 112
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

30 JEROME ST 22.4 miles

30 JEROME ST
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
Categories: SMITHTOWN NY

100 MILL PLAIN RD 22.4 miles

100 MILL PLAIN RD
DANBURY, CT 6811
Categories: DANBURY CT

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 22.6 miles

325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C
SELDEN, NY 11784
Categories: SELDEN NY

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 22.7 miles

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 22.7 miles

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102
Commack, NY 11725
Categories: Commack NY

6277 JERICHO TPKE 22.9 miles

6277 JERICHO TPKE
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

6 BUSINESS PARK DR 22.9 miles

6 BUSINESS PARK DR
BRANFORD, CT 6405
Categories: BRANFORD CT

9 SHAWE ST 23.0 miles

9 SHAWE ST
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

17 HOWARD DR 23.2 miles

17 HOWARD DR
CORAM, NY 11727
Categories: CORAM NY

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 23.7 miles

606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
Categories: MIDDLE ISLAND NY

31 OLD ROUTE 7 23.8 miles

31 OLD ROUTE 7
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
Categories: BROOKFIELD CT

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 24.4 miles

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Categories: Hauppauge NY

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 24.5 miles

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

1 KINGS HWY 24.5 miles

1 KINGS HWY
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
Categories: HAUPPAUGE NY

1445 NEW YORK AVE 24.5 miles

1445 NEW YORK AVE
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
Categories: HUNTINGTON STATION NY

649 COMMACK RD 24.6 miles

649 COMMACK RD
COMMACK, NY 11725
Categories: COMMACK NY

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8 24.7 miles

6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8
Wading River, NY 11792
Categories: Wading River NY

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 24.8 miles

3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
Categories: ISLANDIA NY

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Bridgeport, Connecticut

Bridgeport is a historic seaport city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is in Fairfield County, at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island Sound, 60 miles from Manhattan and 40 miles from The Bronx. It is bordered by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east.

As of 2017, Bridgeport had an estimated population of 146,579, which made it the largest city in Connecticut and the fifth-most populous in New England. The Greater Bridgeport area is the 48th-largest urban area in the United States.

The showman P. T. Barnum was a resident of the city and served as the town's mayor in the late 19th century. Barnum built four houses in Bridgeport and housed his circus in town during winter. The first Subway restaurant opened in Bridgeport's North End in 1965. The Frisbie Pie Company was in Bridgeport, and Bridgeport is credited as the birthplace of the Frisbee.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 146,579 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +5.1%

Population (male): 72,995

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,091.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bridgeport: 130.9 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Jamaican (7.9%), Haitian (3.6%), Italian (3.4%), Brazilian (3.1%), African (3.1%), American (1.6%).

Elevation: 25 feet

Land Area: 16.0 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      Hispanic - 58,619 - 40.0%
      Black alone - 50,609 - 34.5%
      White alone - 27,974 - 19.1%
      Asian alone - 5,103 - 3.5%
      Two or more races - 3,144 - 2.1%
      American Indian alone - 807 - 0.6%
      Other race alone - 326 - 0.2%

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