Higganum, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $829.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Higganum: 123.6 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.7%

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (16.6%), German (16.4%), Polish (9.5%), Swedish (9.1%), Italian (6.8%), Czechoslovakian (5.3%).

Elevation: 61 feet

Land Area: 4.87 square miles.

Zip Codes: 06438, 06441

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $82,586 (it was $60,405 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $41,037 (it was $31,238 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $276,541 (it was $169,200 in 2000) Higganum:$276,541CT:$273,100

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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, Higganum, CT

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Higganum, 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 Higganum, 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 Higganum, CT Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Higganum, 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 Higganum, 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

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700 4.5 miles

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

400 Saybrook Rd, 4.9 miles

400 Saybrook Rd,
Middletown, CT 6457
Categories: Middletown CT

28 CRESCENT ST 6.2 miles

28 CRESCENT ST
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

900 NORTHRUP RD 11.0 miles

900 NORTHRUP RD
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301 11.1 miles

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301
MERIDEN, CT 6450
Categories: MERIDEN CT

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403 11.8 miles

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

816 Broad Street, Ste 22, 12.3 miles

816 Broad Street, Ste 22,
Meriden, CT 6450
Categories: Meriden CT

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD 12.6 miles

780 CHESTNUT HILL RD
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3 12.6 miles

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3
ROCKY HILL, CT 6067
Categories: ROCKY HILL CT

163 BROADWAY ST 12.7 miles

163 BROADWAY ST
COLCHESTER, CT 6415
Categories: COLCHESTER CT

192 WESTBROOK RD 13.4 miles

192 WESTBROOK RD
ESSEX, CT 6426
Categories: ESSEX CT

15 South Elm Street, 13.8 miles

15 South Elm Street,
Wallingford, CT 6492
Categories: Wallingford CT

60 CHURCH ST 13.9 miles

60 CHURCH ST
YALESVILLE, CT 6492
Categories: YALESVILLE CT

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY 14.0 miles

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY
WETHERSFIELD, CT 6109
Categories: WETHERSFIELD CT

11 Woodland Road, 14.8 miles

11 Woodland Road,
Madison, CT 6443
Categories: Madison CT

131 New London Turnpike, 15.1 miles

131 New London Turnpike,
Glastonbury, CT 6033
Categories: Glastonbury CT

76 WOODSEDGE CT 15.3 miles

76 WOODSEDGE CT
KENSINGTON, CT 6037
Categories: KENSINGTON CT

2928 MAIN ST 15.9 miles

2928 MAIN ST
GLASTONBURY, CT 6033
Categories: GLASTONBURY CT

465 Silas Deane Highway, 15.9 miles

465 Silas Deane Highway,
Wethersfield, CT 6109
Categories: Wethersfield CT

375 E CEDAR ST 15.9 miles

375 E CEDAR ST
NEWINGTON, CT 6111
Categories: NEWINGTON CT

40 Hart Street, Building C, 16.3 miles

40 Hart Street, Building C,
New Britain, CT 6052
Categories: New Britain CT

28 MAIN ST 16.3 miles

28 MAIN ST
EAST HARTFORD, CT 6118
Categories: EAST HARTFORD CT

929 Boston Post Road, 16.8 miles

929 Boston Post Road,
Old Saybrook, CT 6475
Categories: Old Saybrook CT

972A W MAIN ST 17.2 miles

972A W MAIN ST
NEW BRITAIN, CT 6053
Categories: NEW BRITAIN CT

365 WILLARD AVE STE 28 17.4 miles

365 WILLARD AVE STE 28
NEWINGTON, CT 6111
Categories: NEWINGTON CT

28 S MAIN ST 17.8 miles

28 S MAIN ST
CHESHIRE, CT 6410
Categories: CHESHIRE CT

400 WASHINGTON ST 18.7 miles

400 WASHINGTON ST
HARTFORD, CT 6106
Categories: HARTFORD CT

440 NEW BRITAIN AVE 18.9 miles

440 NEW BRITAIN AVE
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
Categories: PLAINVILLE CT

6 BUSINESS PARK DR 19.1 miles

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

701 MAIN ST 19.1 miles

701 MAIN ST
EAST HARTFORD, CT 6108
Categories: EAST HARTFORD CT

555 Main Street, 19.3 miles

555 Main Street,
Manchester, CT 6040
Categories: Manchester CT

3000 Dixwell Ave, 19.4 miles

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

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL 19.4 miles

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

78 Pershing Drive 19.5 miles

78 Pershing Drive
Derby, CT 6416
Categories: Derby CT

240 EAST ST 19.6 miles

240 EAST ST
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
Categories: PLAINVILLE CT

144 North Main Street, 19.7 miles

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

2080 WHITNEY AVE 19.9 miles

2080 WHITNEY AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

84 N MAIN ST 20.2 miles

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

21 Woodland St, 20.2 miles

21 Woodland St,
Hartford, CT 6105
Categories: Hartford CT

324 FLANDERS RD 20.3 miles

324 FLANDERS RD
EAST LYME, CT 6333
Categories: EAST LYME CT

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302 20.3 miles

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302
HARTFORD, CT 6105
Categories: HARTFORD CT

256 N MAIN ST 20.6 miles

256 N MAIN ST
MANCHESTER, CT 6042
Categories: MANCHESTER CT

1631 STATE ST 21.2 miles

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

400 W MAIN ST 21.5 miles

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

370 JAMES ST STE 304 22.0 miles

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

2800 TAMARACK RD STE 1 22.0 miles

2800 TAMARACK RD STE 1
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

1100 DIXWELL AVE 22.3 miles

1100 DIXWELL AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6514
Categories: HAMDEN CT

863 N Main St Ext 22.5 miles

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

1703 MAIN ST 22.7 miles

1703 MAIN ST
WILLIMANTIC, CT 6226
Categories: WILLIMANTIC CT

975 FARMINGTON AVE 22.8 miles

975 FARMINGTON AVE
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

935 Farmington Avenue, 22.9 miles

935 Farmington Avenue,
Bristol, CT 6010
Categories: Bristol CT

224 HARTFORD TPKE 22.9 miles

224 HARTFORD TPKE
VERNON, CT 6066
Categories: VERNON CT

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2 22.9 miles

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

13 MELLEN ST 23.0 miles

13 MELLEN ST
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

506 FROST RD 23.3 miles

506 FROST RD
WATERBURY, CT 6705
Categories: WATERBURY CT

10 CONNECTICUT AVE 23.4 miles

10 CONNECTICUT AVE
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

1213 CHAPEL ST 23.5 miles

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

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105 23.5 miles

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

607 W MAIN ST 23.6 miles

607 W MAIN ST
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

2 Church St S Ste 115, 23.6 miles

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

80 NORWICH NEW LONDON TPKE STE A 23.6 miles

80 NORWICH NEW LONDON TPKE STE A
UNCASVILLE, CT 6382
Categories: UNCASVILLE CT

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306 23.7 miles

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

12 CASE ST STE 302 23.8 miles

12 CASE ST STE 302
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL 23.8 miles

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

175 SHERMAN AVE 23.8 miles

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

118 New London Turnpike, 24.0 miles

118 New London Turnpike,
Norwich, CT 6360
Categories: Norwich CT

326 WASHINGTON ST 24.5 miles

326 WASHINGTON ST
NORWICH, CT 6360
Categories: NORWICH CT

45 S Main St, 24.7 miles

45 S Main St,
Unionville, CT 6085
Categories: Unionville CT

135d Storrs Rd, 24.8 miles

135d Storrs Rd,
Mansfield Center, CT 6250
Categories: Mansfield Center CT

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Higganum, CT 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: Higganum, Connecticut

At about 1800, Higganum Center was the area of most economic activity in the town. The neighborhood had abundant water power, and Higganum Landing was a natural cove and river port. Higganum now encompasses the town's traditional center and remains the shopping and civic center for Haddam. It has a center green with a veterans' memorial, Shad museum, a youth center and a gazebo. The center has a "feed store", three banks, a post office, two liquor stores, a barber shop, dry cleaners, restaurants, Dunkin' Donuts, and now, it even has an ice cream shop!

As of the census of 2000, there were 1,671 people, 673 households, and 495 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 132.5/km² (343.4/mi²). There were 698 housing units at an average density of 55.3/km² (143.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.19% White, 1.08% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.66% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.96% of the population.

There were 673 households out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.89.

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Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $829.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Higganum: 123.6 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.7%

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (16.6%), German (16.4%), Polish (9.5%), Swedish (9.1%), Italian (6.8%), Czechoslovakian (5.3%).

Elevation: 61 feet

Land Area: 4.87 square miles.

Zip Codes: 06438, 06441

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $82,586 (it was $60,405 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $41,037 (it was $31,238 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $276,541 (it was $169,200 in 2000) Higganum:$276,541CT:$273,100

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