La Plata, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 9,365 (95% urban, 5% rural).

Population (male): 4,722

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,275.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in La Plata: 163.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 18.0% for Black residents, 5.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (6.2%), German (5.9%), Italian (5.8%), American (4.9%), Irish (4.9%), French (1.4%).

Elevation: 193 feet

Land Area: 6.95 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 20646

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $88,992 (it was $56,490 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $40,828 (it was $24,669 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $363,369 (it was $175,400 in 2000) La Plata:$363,369MD:$312,500

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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, La Plata, MD

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in La Plata, MD 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 La Plata, MD 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 La Plata, MD Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in La Plata, MD 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 La Plata, MD 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

201 CENTENNIAL ST B1 0.2 miles

201 CENTENNIAL ST B1
LA PLATA, MD 20646
Categories: LA PLATA MD

403 CHARLES ST 3 1.4 miles

403 CHARLES ST 3
LA PLATA, MD 20646
Categories: LA PLATA MD

3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 6.8 miles

3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 6.9 miles

3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104,
Waldorf, MD 20602
Categories: Waldorf MD

3070 HEATHCOTE RD 7.1 miles

3070 HEATHCOTE RD
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 7.5 miles

12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201
WALDORF, MD 20602
Categories: WALDORF MD

3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 8.6 miles

3059 MARSHALL HALL RD
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
Categories: BRYANS ROAD MD

2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 9.9 miles

2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111
WALDORF, MD 20601
Categories: WALDORF MD

Onsite Only 11.8 miles

Onsite Only
Hughesville, MD 20637
Categories: Hughesville MD

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 15.4 miles

8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 15.8 miles

7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108
CLINTON, MD 20735
Categories: CLINTON MD

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 16.4 miles

7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B
Alexandria, VA 22306
Categories: Alexandria VA

14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR 16.8 miles

14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22191
Categories: WOODBRIDGE VA

2080 Daniel Stuart Square, 17.7 miles

2080 Daniel Stuart Square,
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Categories: Woodbridge VA

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 18.5 miles

6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

216 Locust St 18.6 miles

216 Locust St
Occaquan, VA 22125
Categories: Occaquan VA

14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101 19.2 miles

14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
Categories: WOODBRIDGE VA

17932 FRALEY BLVD STE 405 19.2 miles

17932 FRALEY BLVD STE 405
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
Categories: DUMFRIES VA

3928 LANSING CT 19.3 miles

3928 LANSING CT
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
Categories: DUMFRIES VA

17017 DUMFRIES RD 19.6 miles

17017 DUMFRIES RD
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
Categories: DUMFRIES VA

7839 ROLLING RD STE A 19.6 miles

7839 ROLLING RD STE A
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

225 REINEKERS LN 19.6 miles

225 REINEKERS LN
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

5606 HOLTON LN 19.7 miles

5606 HOLTON LN
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
Categories: TEMPLE HILLS MD

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 19.8 miles

6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

3990 FETTLER PARK DR 20.2 miles

3990 FETTLER PARK DR
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
Categories: DUMFRIES VA

995 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD #107 20.2 miles

995 PRINCE FREDERICK BLVD #107
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
Categories: PRINCE FREDERICK MD

1430 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD STE 6 20.4 miles

1430 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD STE 6
HUNTINGTOWN, MD 20639
Categories: HUNTINGTOWN MD

130 HOSPITAL RD 20.6 miles

130 HOSPITAL RD
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
Categories: PRINCE FREDERICK MD

110 HOSPITAL RD STE 310 20.6 miles

110 HOSPITAL RD STE 310
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
Categories: PRINCE FREDERICK MD

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 20.8 miles

6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

4527 DUKE ST 20.8 miles

4527 DUKE ST
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

4158 DALE BLVD 21.0 miles

4158 DALE BLVD
DALE CITY, VA 22193
Categories: DALE CITY VA

5130 DUKE ST STE 10 21.0 miles

5130 DUKE ST STE 10
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

96 ARMORY RD STE 102 21.1 miles

96 ARMORY RD STE 102
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
Categories: PRINCE FREDERICK MD

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 21.1 miles

5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 21.2 miles

6144 EDSALL RD APT 303
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 21.4 miles

4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
Categories: FORESTVILLE MD

4320 SEMINARY RD 21.5 miles

4320 SEMINARY RD
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
Categories: ALEXANDRIA VA

14142 MINNIEVILLE RD MINNIEVILLE PLAZE SUITE 204 21.8 miles

14142 MINNIEVILLE RD MINNIEVILLE PLAZE SUITE 204
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193
Categories: WOODBRIDGE VA

5510 ALMA LN STE 200 21.9 miles

5510 ALMA LN STE 200
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

5501 BACKLICK RD 22.0 miles

5501 BACKLICK RD
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

6370 SPRINGFIELD PLZ 22.7 miles

6370 SPRINGFIELD PLZ
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
Categories: SPRINGFIELD VA

12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100 22.7 miles

12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Categories: Woodbridge VA

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 23.1 miles

6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300
Annandale, VA 22003
Categories: Annandale VA

12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103 23.3 miles

12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
Categories: WOODBRIDGE VA

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 23.7 miles

5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 23.8 miles

3263 COLUMBIA PIKE
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
Categories: ARLINGTON VA

25500 POINT LOOKOUT RD 24.1 miles

25500 POINT LOOKOUT RD
LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650
Categories: LEONARDTOWN MD

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 24.6 miles

9141 ALAKING CT STE 112
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
Categories: CAPITOL HEIGHTS MD

422 GARRISONVILLE RD 24.8 miles

422 GARRISONVILLE RD
STAFFORD, VA 22554
Categories: STAFFORD VA

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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: La Plata, Maryland

According to an unconfirmed local story, the town was named by one Colonel Samuel Chapman, whose family owned 6,000 acres (24 km2) of land in Charles County. The Colonel traveled to South America with his son George, who had contracted tuberculosis, in search of a cure. In his travels, the Colonel had apparently encountered the Río de la Plata, which flows through Argentina and Uruguay, thus naming a portion of his property "La Plata."

The La Plata courthouse had been built soon after the 1819 Port Tobacco courthouse caught fire in 1895 under suspicious circumstances. In 1904, the historic Christ Episcopal Church in Port Tobacco, which dates to 1683 and was reconstructed in 1884, was dismantled and its stones were then transported by oxen and cart to its current lot in La Plata.

In 1940, the opening of the then Potomac River Bridge (later, the Governor Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge), which carries U.S. Route 301 over the Potomac River, provided a link to King George, Virginia and brought long-distance east coast traffic through the town as an alternative to U.S. 1 and, later, Interstate 95.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 9,365 (95% urban, 5% rural).

Population (male): 4,722

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,275.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in La Plata: 163.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 18.0% for Black residents, 5.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (6.2%), German (5.9%), Italian (5.8%), American (4.9%), Irish (4.9%), French (1.4%).

Elevation: 193 feet

Land Area: 6.95 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 20646

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $88,992 (it was $56,490 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $40,828 (it was $24,669 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $363,369 (it was $175,400 in 2000) La Plata:$363,369MD:$312,500

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