Waterbury, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 108,629 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +1.3%

Population (male): 50,882

Median Age: 34.7 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Waterbury: 127.1 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (18.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.2% for Black residents, 27.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 50.0% for American Indian residents, 37.4% for other race residents, 22.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Connecticut and other state lists, there were 451 registered sex offenders living in Waterbury, Connecticut as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Waterbury is 240 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (9.6%), Jamaican (3.0%), Albanian (2.9%), Irish (2.7%), American (2.0%), Portuguese (1.5%).

Elevation: 325 feet

Land Area: 28.6 square miles.

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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, Waterbury, CT

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

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

1068 W MAIN ST 0.5 miles

1068 W MAIN ST
WATERBURY, CT 6708
Categories: WATERBURY CT

60 Westwood Avenue, 0.7 miles

60 Westwood Avenue,
Waterbury, CT 6708
Categories: Waterbury CT

506 FROST RD 2.7 miles

506 FROST RD
WATERBURY, CT 6705
Categories: WATERBURY CT

28 S MAIN ST 8.8 miles

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

13 MELLEN ST 9.9 miles

13 MELLEN ST
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2 11.6 miles

900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2
SOUTHBURY, CT 6488
Categories: SOUTHBURY CT

935 Farmington Avenue, 11.8 miles

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

975 FARMINGTON AVE 11.9 miles

975 FARMINGTON AVE
BRISTOL, CT 6010
Categories: BRISTOL CT

240 EAST ST 12.0 miles

240 EAST ST
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
Categories: PLAINVILLE CT

78 Pershing Drive 12.1 miles

78 Pershing Drive
Derby, CT 6416
Categories: Derby CT

440 NEW BRITAIN AVE 13.6 miles

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

816 Broad Street, Ste 22, 13.7 miles

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

60 CHURCH ST 13.8 miles

60 CHURCH ST
YALESVILLE, CT 6492
Categories: YALESVILLE CT

76 WOODSEDGE CT 14.1 miles

76 WOODSEDGE CT
KENSINGTON, CT 6037
Categories: KENSINGTON CT

15 South Elm Street, 14.2 miles

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

2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL 14.2 miles

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

3000 Dixwell Ave, 14.4 miles

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

2080 WHITNEY AVE 14.8 miles

2080 WHITNEY AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6518
Categories: HAMDEN CT

1064 E MAIN ST STE 301 14.9 miles

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

972A W MAIN ST 14.9 miles

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

44 BRIDGE ST 15.0 miles

44 BRIDGE ST
ANSONIA, CT 6401
Categories: ANSONIA CT

8 S COMMONS RD 15.1 miles

8 S COMMONS RD
WATERBURY, CT 6704
Categories: WATERBURY CT

900 NORTHRUP RD 15.4 miles

900 NORTHRUP RD
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
Categories: WALLINGFORD CT

40 Hart Street, Building C, 15.4 miles

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

1100 DIXWELL AVE 16.0 miles

1100 DIXWELL AVE
HAMDEN, CT 6514
Categories: HAMDEN CT

45 S Main St, 16.1 miles

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

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL 16.6 miles

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

266 S MAIN ST 17.3 miles

266 S MAIN ST
NEWTOWN, CT 6470
Categories: NEWTOWN CT

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306 17.4 miles

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

1631 STATE ST 17.8 miles

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

175 SHERMAN AVE 17.9 miles

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

1598 E MAIN ST 18.2 miles

1598 E MAIN ST
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

1213 CHAPEL ST 18.2 miles

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

1933 E Main St, 18.3 miles

1933 E Main St,
Torrington, CT 6790
Categories: Torrington CT

370 JAMES ST STE 304 18.6 miles

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

21 ELM ST 18.6 miles

21 ELM ST
NEW MILFORD, CT 6776
Categories: NEW MILFORD CT

2 Church St S Ste 115, 18.8 miles

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

324 WELLSVILLE AVE 19.0 miles

324 WELLSVILLE AVE
NEW MILFORD, CT 6776
Categories: NEW MILFORD CT

515 Bridgeport Ave, 19.0 miles

515 Bridgeport Ave,
Shelton, CT 6484
Categories: Shelton CT

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202 19.0 miles

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

31 OLD ROUTE 7 19.3 miles

31 OLD ROUTE 7
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
Categories: BROOKFIELD CT

365 WILLARD AVE STE 28 19.4 miles

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

388 MAIN ST 19.8 miles

388 MAIN ST
MONROE, CT 6468
Categories: MONROE CT

100 COMMERCE DR 19.8 miles

100 COMMERCE DR
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

246 FEDERAL RD STE D12 19.9 miles

246 FEDERAL RD STE D12
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
Categories: BROOKFIELD CT

4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185 19.9 miles

4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

375 E CEDAR ST 20.1 miles

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

236 BOSTON POST RD 20.2 miles

236 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 6477
Categories: ORANGE CT

1111 CROMWELL AVE BLDG 4 STE 403 20.2 miles

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

339 W MAIN ST 20.3 miles

339 W MAIN ST
AVON, CT 6001
Categories: AVON CT

2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105 20.6 miles

2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

863 N Main St Ext 20.6 miles

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

28 CRESCENT ST 20.8 miles

28 CRESCENT ST
MIDDLETOWN, CT 6457
Categories: MIDDLETOWN CT

887 BRIDGEPORT AVE 20.9 miles

887 BRIDGEPORT AVE
SHELTON, CT 6484
Categories: SHELTON CT

400 W MAIN ST 21.9 miles

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

400 Saybrook Rd, 22.0 miles

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

79 SAND PIT RD STE 302 22.1 miles

79 SAND PIT RD STE 302
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

67 SAND PIT RD 22.1 miles

67 SAND PIT RD
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

534 SAYBROOK RD Ste 700 22.3 miles

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

16 APOLLO RD 22.3 miles

16 APOLLO RD
BETHEL, CT 6801
Categories: BETHEL CT

1260 SILAS DEANE HWY 22.3 miles

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

144 North Main Street, 22.3 miles

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

84 N MAIN ST 22.4 miles

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

7 Germantown Rd, 22.4 miles

7 Germantown Rd,
Danbury, CT 6810
Categories: Danbury CT

2257 SILAS DEANE HWY STE 3 22.5 miles

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

465 Silas Deane Highway, 22.7 miles

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

2 GLEN HILL RD 22.7 miles

2 GLEN HILL RD
DANBURY, CT 6811
Categories: DANBURY CT

24 HOSPITAL AVE 23.1 miles

24 HOSPITAL AVE
DANBURY, CT 6810
Categories: DANBURY CT

6 BUSINESS PARK DR 23.1 miles

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

21 Woodland St, 23.2 miles

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

400 WASHINGTON ST 23.2 miles

400 WASHINGTON ST
HARTFORD, CT 6106
Categories: HARTFORD CT

13 LAFAYETTE ST 23.4 miles

13 LAFAYETTE ST
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302 23.5 miles

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

232 BOSTON POST RD 23.6 miles

232 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 6460
Categories: MILFORD CT

381 Hopmeadow Street, 23.6 miles

381 Hopmeadow Street,
Simsbury, CT 6089
Categories: Simsbury CT

4750 MAIN ST 24.6 miles

4750 MAIN ST
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6606
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

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

Waterbury (nicknamed "The Brass City") is a city in the U.S. state of Connecticut on the Naugatuck River, 33 miles southwest of Hartford and 77 miles northeast of New York City. Waterbury is the second-largest city in New Haven County, Connecticut. As of the 2010 census, Waterbury had a population of 110,366, making it the 10th largest city in the New York Metropolitan Area, 9th largest city in New England and the 5th largest city in Connecticut.

Throughout the first half of the 20th century, Waterbury had large industrial interests and was the leading center in the United States for the manufacture of brassware (including castings and finishings), as reflected in the nickname the "Brass City" and the city's motto Quid Aere Perennius? ("What Is More Lasting Than Brass?"). It was also noted for the manufacture of watches and clocks.

The city is along Interstate 84 (Yankee Expressway) and Route 8 and has a Metro-North railroad station with connections to Grand Central Terminal. Waterbury is also home to Post University and the regional campuses of the University of Connecticut, University of Bridgeport, Western Connecticut State University as well as Naugatuck Valley Community College.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 108,629 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +1.3%

Population (male): 50,882

Median Age: 34.7 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Waterbury: 127.1 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (18.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.2% for Black residents, 27.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 50.0% for American Indian residents, 37.4% for other race residents, 22.7% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Connecticut and other state lists, there were 451 registered sex offenders living in Waterbury, Connecticut as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Waterbury is 240 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (9.6%), Jamaican (3.0%), Albanian (2.9%), Irish (2.7%), American (2.0%), Portuguese (1.5%).

Elevation: 325 feet

Land Area: 28.6 square miles.

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