East Alton, IL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 6,100 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -10.7%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $833.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in East Alton: 87.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (15.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 81.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Illinois and other state lists, there were 28 registered sex offenders living in East Alton, Illinois as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in East Alton is 220 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (20.6%), American (19.7%), Italian (9.5%), Irish (6.8%), English (5.7%), Scottish (3.8%).

Land Area: 5.50 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,267 (it was $28,404 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,990 (it was $15,572 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $82,275 (it was $55,700 in 2000) East Alton:$82,275IL:$195,300

Races:
      White alone - 5,949 - 94.4%
      Two or more races - 128 - 2.0%
      Black alone - 118 - 1.9%
      Hispanic - 76 - 1.2%
      Asian alone - 16 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 12 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 2 - 0.03%

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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, East Alton, IL

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in East Alton, IL 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 East Alton, IL 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 East Alton, IL Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in East Alton, IL 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 East Alton, IL 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

325 MADISON AVE 1.7 miles

325 MADISON AVE
WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
Categories: WOOD RIVER IL

900 S CENTRAL AVE 3.1 miles

900 S CENTRAL AVE
ROXANNA, IL 62084
Categories: ROXANNA IL

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL 4.1 miles

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL
ALTON, IL 62002
Categories: ALTON IL

237b E Center Dr, 4.5 miles

237b E Center Dr,
Alton, IL 62002
Categories: Alton IL

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1 8.2 miles

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

4700 NAMEOKI RD 9.5 miles

4700 NAMEOKI RD
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157 9.7 miles

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2 9.7 miles

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E 10.5 miles

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101 11.2 miles

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63136
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd, 11.3 miles

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd,
Florissant, MO 63033
Categories: Florissant MO

2100 MADISON AVE 12.5 miles

2100 MADISON AVE
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4 12.6 miles

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1 12.6 miles

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

8340 N BROADWAY 13.2 miles

8340 N BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63147
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150 13.2 miles

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150
MARYVILLE, IL 62062
Categories: MARYVILLE IL

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A, 13.3 miles

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A,
Maryville, IL 62062
Categories: Maryville IL

119 CHURCH ST STE 223 13.9 miles

119 CHURCH ST STE 223
FERGUSON, MO 63135
Categories: FERGUSON MO

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma 14.0 miles

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma
Branson West, MO 65737
Categories: Branson West MO

463 LYNN HAVEN LN 14.9 miles

463 LYNN HAVEN LN
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 DUNN RD STE 155 15.2 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 155
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 DUNN RD STE 100 15.5 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 100
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135 15.5 miles

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Categories: Hazelwood MO

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG 16.1 miles

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

400 N TUCKER BLVD 17.9 miles

400 N TUCKER BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2 17.9 miles

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1720 OLIVE ST 17.9 miles

1720 OLIVE ST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

5031 N Illinois 18.0 miles

5031 N Illinois
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Categories: Fairview Heights IL

3100 Market St 18.3 miles

3100 Market St
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

40 N Kingshighway, 18.4 miles

40 N Kingshighway,
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Categories: Saint Louis MO

704 S HACKMAN ST 19.0 miles

704 S HACKMAN ST
STAUNTON, IL 62088
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3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208, 19.4 miles

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208,
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Categories: Bridgeton MO

3446 MCKELVEY RD 19.4 miles

3446 MCKELVEY RD
BRIDGETON, MO 63044
Categories: BRIDGETON MO

5000 MANCHESTER AVE 19.6 miles

5000 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

642 Clayton Rd. 20.2 miles

642 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Categories: Saint Louis MO

400 MAPLE SUMMIT RD 20.2 miles

400 MAPLE SUMMIT RD
JERSEYVILLE, IL 62052
Categories: JERSEYVILLE IL

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305 20.3 miles

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305
CLAYTON, MO 63105
Categories: CLAYTON MO

317 SALEM PL 20.5 miles

317 SALEM PL
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL 62208
Categories: FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS IL

2331 HAMPTON AVE 20.7 miles

2331 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2348 HAMPTON AVE 20.7 miles

2348 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

6542 MANCHESTER AVE 20.7 miles

6542 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

50 MONROE ST 21.0 miles

50 MONROE ST
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B 21.1 miles

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63143
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

83 PROGRESS PKWY 21.5 miles

83 PROGRESS PKWY
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO 63043
Categories: MARYLAND HEIGHTS MO

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD 22.2 miles

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD 22.4 miles

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD
ST CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: ST CHARLES MO

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100 22.5 miles

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63109
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2621 RAYMOND DR 22.6 miles

2621 RAYMOND DR
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

11550 OLIVE BLVD 22.7 miles

11550 OLIVE BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11700 STUDT AVE 23.1 miles

11700 STUDT AVE
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD 23.1 miles

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

9556 MANCHESTER RD 23.2 miles

9556 MANCHESTER RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400 23.3 miles

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400
SHILOH, IL 62269
Categories: SHILOH IL

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR 23.3 miles

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400 23.4 miles

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226
Categories: BELLEVILLE IL

1794 ZUMBEHL RD 23.5 miles

1794 ZUMBEHL RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

120 KENRICK PLZ 23.8 miles

120 KENRICK PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200 24.0 miles

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY 24.2 miles

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5, 24.2 miles

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5,
Belleville, IL 62223
Categories: Belleville IL

615 S NEW BALLAS RD 24.2 miles

615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A 24.5 miles

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

12860 TROXLER AVE 24.7 miles

12860 TROXLER AVE
HIGHLAND, IL 62269
Categories: HIGHLAND IL

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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: Alton, Illinois

Alton is a city on the Mississippi River in Madison County, Illinois, United States, about 15 miles (24 km) north of St. Louis, Missouri. The population was 27,865 at the 2010 census. It is a part of the Metro-East region of the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area. It is famous for its limestone bluffs along the river north of the city, for its role preceding and during the American Civil War, and as the home town of jazz musician Miles Davis and Robert Wadlow, the tallest known person in history. It was the site of the last Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas debate in October 1858. The former state penitentiary in Alton was used during the Civil War to hold up to 12,000 Confederate prisoners of war.

Although Alton once was growing faster than its sister city of St. Louis, a coalition of St. Louis businessmen planned to build a competing town to stop its expansion and bring business to St. Louis. The result was Grafton, Illinois.

Many blocks of housing in Alton were built in the Victorian Queen Anne style; they represent a prosperous period in the river city's history. At the top of the hill in the commercial area, several stone churches and a fine city hall also represent the city's wealth during its good times based on river traffic, manufacturing and shipping. It was a commercial center for a large agricultural area. Numerous residences on hills have sweeping views of the Mississippi River.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 6,100 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -10.7%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $833.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in East Alton: 87.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 18.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (15.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 81.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Illinois and other state lists, there were 28 registered sex offenders living in East Alton, Illinois as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in East Alton is 220 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (20.6%), American (19.7%), Italian (9.5%), Irish (6.8%), English (5.7%), Scottish (3.8%).

Land Area: 5.50 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,267 (it was $28,404 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,990 (it was $15,572 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $82,275 (it was $55,700 in 2000) East Alton:$82,275IL:$195,300

Races:
      White alone - 5,949 - 94.4%
      Two or more races - 128 - 2.0%
      Black alone - 118 - 1.9%
      Hispanic - 76 - 1.2%
      Asian alone - 16 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 12 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 2 - 0.03%

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