Lancaster, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 59,708 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +6.0%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $844.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lancaster: 95.5 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (17.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.7% for Black residents, 38.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 23.6% for American Indian residents, 43.6% for other race residents, 43.0% for two or more races residents)

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,480 (it was $29,770 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,378 (it was $13,955 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $124,108 (it was $71,900 in 2000) Lancaster:$124,108PA:$181,200

Races:
      Hispanic - 25,138 - 41.6%
      White alone - 24,230 - 40.1%
      Black alone - 8,256 - 13.7%
      Asian alone - 2,607 - 4.3%
      Two or more races - 2,081 - 3.4%
      Other race alone - 41 - 0.07%
      American Indian alone - 15 - 0.02%

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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, Lancaster, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Lancaster, PA 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 Lancaster, PA 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 Lancaster, PA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

555 N DUKE ST 0.6 miles

555 N DUKE ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Categories: LANCASTER PA

1100 E ORANGE ST 1.3 miles

1100 E ORANGE ST
LANCASTER, PA 17602
Categories: LANCASTER PA

241 ROHRERSTOWN RD 2ND FL STE 200 1.4 miles

241 ROHRERSTOWN RD 2ND FL STE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Categories: LANCASTER PA

113 BUTLER AVE 2.0 miles

113 BUTLER AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Categories: LANCASTER PA

150 FARMINGTON LN STE 201 2.5 miles

150 FARMINGTON LN STE 201
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Categories: LANCASTER PA

2148 EMBASSY DR 3.0 miles

2148 EMBASSY DR
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Categories: LANCASTER PA

215 Granite Run Dr, 3.1 miles

215 Granite Run Dr,
Lancaster, PA 17601
Categories: Lancaster PA

4 ROHRERSTOWN RD 3.2 miles

4 ROHRERSTOWN RD
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Categories: LANCASTER PA

2110 HARRISBURG PIKE STE 21 3.5 miles

2110 HARRISBURG PIKE STE 21
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Categories: LANCASTER PA

235 BLOOMFIELD DR 5.2 miles

235 BLOOMFIELD DR
LITITZ, PA 17543
Categories: LITITZ PA

1500 HIGHLANDS DR 6.7 miles

1500 HIGHLANDS DR
LITITZ, PA 17543
Categories: LITITZ PA

4237 OREGON PIKE 7.4 miles

4237 OREGON PIKE
EPHRATA, PA 17522
Categories: EPHRATA PA

112 N Reading Rd, 12.1 miles

112 N Reading Rd,
Ephrata, PA 17522
Categories: Ephrata PA

446 N READING RD 12.9 miles

446 N READING RD
EPHRATA, PA 17522
Categories: EPHRATA PA

435 S KINZER AVE 12.9 miles

435 S KINZER AVE
NEW HOLLAND, PA 17557
Categories: NEW HOLLAND PA

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201 14.6 miles

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201
GAP, PA 17527
Categories: GAP PA

5275 LINCOLN HWY 15.1 miles

5275 LINCOLN HWY
GAP, PA 17527
Categories: GAP PA

418 CLOVERLEAF RD 15.1 miles

418 CLOVERLEAF RD
ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022
Categories: ELIZABETHTOWN PA

645 N MOUNT JOY ST 18.1 miles

645 N MOUNT JOY ST
ELIZABETHTOWN, PA 17022
Categories: ELIZABETHTOWN PA

199 S 4TH ST AT 399 WALNUT ST 18.8 miles

199 S 4TH ST AT 399 WALNUT ST
Lebanon, PA 17042
Categories: Lebanon PA

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 20.3 miles

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN
CHESTER, PA 19013
Categories: CHESTER PA

950 Octorara Trail 20.3 miles

950 Octorara Trail
Parkesburg, PA 19365
Categories: Parkesburg PA

1010 W CRESTVIEW DR 20.4 miles

1010 W CRESTVIEW DR
LEBANON, PA 17042
Categories: LEBANON PA

2250 E MARKET ST 20.5 miles

2250 E MARKET ST
YORK, PA 17402
Categories: YORK PA

1748 6th Ave, 21.0 miles

1748 6th Ave,
York, PA 17403
Categories: York PA

325 S BELMONT ST 21.1 miles

325 S BELMONT ST
YORK, PA 17403
Categories: YORK PA

239 PAULINE DR (S YORK PLAZA) 21.2 miles

239 PAULINE DR (S YORK PLAZA)
YORK, PA 17402
Categories: YORK PA

615 CUMBERLAND ST 21.7 miles

615 CUMBERLAND ST
LEBANON, PA 17042
Categories: LEBANON PA

Rt 422 West, 22.0 miles

Rt 422 West,
Lebanon, PA 17042
Categories: Lebanon PA

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 22.6 miles

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
Categories: COCHRANVILLE PA

11 E MARKET ST STE 104 22.9 miles

11 E MARKET ST STE 104
YORK, PA 17401
Categories: YORK PA

400 LOUCKS RD 23.5 miles

400 LOUCKS RD
YORK, PA 17404
Categories: YORK PA

2168 CLOVERFIELD DR 23.9 miles

2168 CLOVERFIELD DR
LEBANON, PA 17046
Categories: LEBANON PA

725 E Lincoln Ave, 24.0 miles

725 E Lincoln Ave,
Myerstown, PA 17067
Categories: Myerstown PA

970 Loucks Rd Unit D 24.1 miles

970 Loucks Rd Unit D
YORK, PA 17404
Categories: YORK PA

520 GREENBRIAR RD 24.4 miles

520 GREENBRIAR RD
YORK, PA 17404
Categories: YORK PA

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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: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lancaster (/?læ?k?st?r/ LANG-k?-st?r) is a city located in South Central Pennsylvania which serves as the seat of Pennsylvania's Lancaster County and one of the oldest inland towns in the United States. With a population of 59,322, it ranks eighth in population among Pennsylvania's cities. The Lancaster metropolitan area population is 507,766, making it the 101st largest metropolitan area in the U.S. and second largest in the South Central Pennsylvania area.

The city's primary industries include healthcare, tourism, public administration, manufacturing, and both professional and semi-professional services. Lancaster hosts more electronic public CCTV outdoor cameras per capita than cities such as Boston or San Francisco, despite controversy among residents. Lancaster was home to James Buchanan, the nation's 15th president, and to congressman and abolitionist Thaddeus Stevens.

Originally called Hickory Town, the city was renamed after the English city of Lancaster by native John Wright. Its symbol, the red rose, is from the House of Lancaster. Lancaster was part of the 1681 Penn's Woods Charter of William Penn, and was laid out by James Hamilton in 1734. It was incorporated as a borough in 1742 and incorporated as a city in 1818.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 59,708 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +6.0%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $844.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lancaster: 95.5 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (17.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.7% for Black residents, 38.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 23.6% for American Indian residents, 43.6% for other race residents, 43.0% for two or more races residents)

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,480 (it was $29,770 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,378 (it was $13,955 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $124,108 (it was $71,900 in 2000) Lancaster:$124,108PA:$181,200

Races:
      Hispanic - 25,138 - 41.6%
      White alone - 24,230 - 40.1%
      Black alone - 8,256 - 13.7%
      Asian alone - 2,607 - 4.3%
      Two or more races - 2,081 - 3.4%
      Other race alone - 41 - 0.07%
      American Indian alone - 15 - 0.02%

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