Des Moines, IA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 106,131

Population (female): 111,390

Median Age: 33.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 14.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 712 registered sex offenders living in Des Moines, Iowa as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Des Moines is 302 to 1.>

Elevation: 864 feet

Land Area: 75.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 137,235 - 63.1%
      Hispanic - 31,333 - 14.4%
      Black alone - 22,170 - 10.2%
      Asian alone - 17,143 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 8,513 - 3.9%
      American Indian alone - 645 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 265 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 204 - 0.09%

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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, Des Moines, IA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA 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

1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416 0.1 miles

1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416
DES MOINES, IA 50316
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2100 DIXON ST STE E 1.4 miles

2100 DIXON ST STE E
DES MOINES, IA 50316
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1200 PLEASANT ST 1.6 miles

1200 PLEASANT ST
DES MOINES, IA 50309
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2417 UNIVERSITY AVE 2.1 miles

2417 UNIVERSITY AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50311
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1650 E MADISON AVE 2.4 miles

1650 E MADISON AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50313
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2340 EUCLID AVE 2.7 miles

2340 EUCLID AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50310
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1233 8TH ST 5.4 miles

1233 8TH ST
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
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5911 MEREDITH DR STE D 5.5 miles

5911 MEREDITH DR STE D
DES MOINES, IA 50322
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5731 GREENDALE RD STE 100 6.4 miles

5731 GREENDALE RD STE 100
JOHNSTON, IA 50131
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3770 8TH ST SW 6.8 miles

3770 8TH ST SW
ALTOONA, IA 50009
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2700 WESTOWN PKWY STE 270 6.8 miles

2700 WESTOWN PKWY STE 270
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
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1810 SW White Birch Circle Ste 111 7.0 miles

1810 SW White Birch Circle Ste 111
ANKENY, IA 50023
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1824 SW WHITE BIRCH CIR 7.0 miles

1824 SW WHITE BIRCH CIR
ANKENY, IA 50023
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11144 AURORA AVE 8.8 miles

11144 AURORA AVE
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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11208 AURORA AVE BLDG 12 8.8 miles

11208 AURORA AVE BLDG 12
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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640 S 50TH ST UNIT 1100 8.8 miles

640 S 50TH ST UNIT 1100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
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11319 AURORA AVE, 9.0 miles

11319 AURORA AVE,
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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12871 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 130 9.6 miles

12871 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 130
CLIVE, IA 50325
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6000 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 124 9.8 miles

6000 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 124
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
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108 N JEFFERSON WAY 16.7 miles

108 N JEFFERSON WAY
INDIANOLA, IA 50125
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507 14TH ST 19.1 miles

507 14TH ST
DALLAS CENTER, IA 50063
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In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

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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: Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/d??m??n/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in the United States with 634,725 residents according to the 2016 estimate by the United States Census Bureau, and is the second largest metropolitan area in the state after that of Omaha, Nebraska, which includes three counties in southwest Iowa.

Des Moines is a major center of the U.S. insurance industry, and has a sizable financial services and publishing business base. The city was credited as the "number one spot for U.S. insurance companies" in a Business Wire article and named the third-largest "insurance capital" of the world. The city is the headquarters for the Principal Financial Group, the Meredith Corporation, Ruan Transportation, EMC Insurance Companies, and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. Other major corporations such as Wells Fargo, Voya Financial, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, ACE Limited, Marsh, Monsanto, and DuPont Pioneer have large operations in or near the metropolitan area. In recent years, Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, and Facebook have built data-processing and logistical facilities in the Des Moines area. Forbes ranked Des Moines as the "Best Place for Business" in both 2010 and 2013. In 2014, NBC ranked Des Moines as the "Wealthiest City in America" according to its criteria.

Des Moines is an important city in U.S. presidential politics; as the state's capital, it is the site of the first caucuses of the presidential primary cycle. Many presidential candidates set up campaign headquarters in Des Moines. A 2007 article in The New York Times said, "If you have any desire to witness presidential candidates in the most close-up and intimate of settings, there is arguably no better place to go than Des Moines."

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Population (male): 106,131

Population (female): 111,390

Median Age: 33.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 14.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 712 registered sex offenders living in Des Moines, Iowa as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Des Moines is 302 to 1.>

Elevation: 864 feet

Land Area: 75.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 137,235 - 63.1%
      Hispanic - 31,333 - 14.4%
      Black alone - 22,170 - 10.2%
      Asian alone - 17,143 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 8,513 - 3.9%
      American Indian alone - 645 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 265 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 204 - 0.09%

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