Ruston, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 22,234 (96% urban, 4% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.2%

Population (male): 10,915

Population (female): 11,319

Median Age: 24.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $690.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ruston: 85.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 43.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (32.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 52.8% for Black residents, 50.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.0% for American Indian residents, 57.7% for other race residents, 52.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 75 registered sex offenders living in Ruston, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ruston is 299 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (5.1%), German (4.3%), English (4.0%), Irish (3.2%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%), French (1.4%).

Elevation: 319 feet

Land Area: 18.1 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 71272

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,079 (it was $23,001 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $16,574 (it was $14,573 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $180,036 (it was $79,900 in 2000) Ruston:$180,036LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 10,734 - 48.2%
      White alone - 10,159 - 45.7%
      Asian alone - 637 - 2.9%
      Two or more races - 381 - 1.7%
      Hispanic - 317 - 1.4%
      American Indian alone - 36 - 0.2%

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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)

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Ruston, Louisiana Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

Our Drug Testing centers in Ruston, LA provide same day drug testing services and we have convenient hours for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. All of our Ruston, Louisiana drug testing centers are available for urine drug testing, hair drug testing, Breath and ETG alcohol testing and we are dedicated to providing our testing services in a friendly and confidential manner. Testing for Employment, DOT, Court Ordered, Family, Personal.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Locations - Ruston, Louisiana

(Testing Centers do not accept payment, Pre-registration required)

617 S TRENTON ST 0.1 miles

617 S TRENTON ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Categories: RUSTON LA

765 S Bonner St 0.2 miles

765 S Bonner St
Ruston, LA 71270
Categories: Ruston LA

1200 S FARMERVILLE ST 0.6 miles

1200 S FARMERVILLE ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Categories: RUSTON LA

401 E VAUGHN AVE 0.6 miles

401 E VAUGHN AVE
RUSTON, LA 71270
Categories: RUSTON LA

1809 NORTHPOINTE LN Ste 102 2.3 miles

1809 NORTHPOINTE LN Ste 102
RUSTON, LA 71270
Categories: RUSTON LA

Onsite Only 2.3 miles

Onsite Only
Ruston, LA 71270
Categories: Ruston LA

2916 N TRENTON ST 2.7 miles

2916 N TRENTON ST
RUSTON, LA 71270
Categories: RUSTON LA

403 LONG JONES HALL 5.2 miles

403 LONG JONES HALL
GRAMBLING, LA 71245
Categories: GRAMBLING LA

620 E COLLEGE ST 16.3 miles

620 E COLLEGE ST
HOMER, LA 71040
Categories: HOMER LA

1175 PINE ST STE 200 16.3 miles

1175 PINE ST STE 200
ARCADIA, LA 71001
Categories: ARCADIA LA

1251 HAZEL ST 16.4 miles

1251 HAZEL ST
ARCADIA, LA 71001
Categories: ARCADIA LA

165 BEECH SPRINGS RD 19.3 miles

165 BEECH SPRINGS RD
JONESBORO, LA 71251
Categories: JONESBORO LA

409 1ST ST 20.8 miles

409 1ST ST
BERNICE, LA 71222
Categories: BERNICE LA

901 JAMES AVE 23.1 miles

901 JAMES AVE
FARMERVILLE, LA 71241
Categories: FARMERVILLE LA

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How to schedule a drug or alcohol test in Ruston, LA?

  • Call our local Ruston, LA scheduling department at (800) 221-4291
  • Schedule online 24/7 (click here) and receive your registration confirmation by email

Workplace Drug Testing in Ruston, Louisiana

Employers are encouraged to develop workplace drug testing programs which are designed to detect the presence of alcohol, illicit street drugs or specific prescription drugs in Ruston.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a Ruston, LA Drug Free Workplace:

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job-Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Improved Employee Moral
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction

In addition, many companies, including Ruston, regardless of size indicate that becoming a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.

DOT Drug Testing in Ruston, LA

If you employ DOT designated safety sensitive employees who are required to have a Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Test (FMCSA, USCG, FAA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA) or if you manage a DOT drug or alcohol testing program for a company, it is imperative that you understand and comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 40 DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations. In addition to DOT drug testing, Accredited Drug Testing also offers, DOT consortium enrollment, DOT physicals, MVR reports and FMCSA Clearinghouse registration and reporting services.

Probation/Court Ordered Drug Testing in Ruston, LA

Accredited Drug Testing provides probation/court ordered drug testing for persons in need of an immediate or same day drug testing service. Our local Ruston, LA drug testing locations are available for same day service and we have locations across the United States.

Alcohol Testing in Ruston, LA

We provide alcohol testing which is available in urine, hair, blood, and breath alcohol in the Ruston area. Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing services which can be administered for employment purposes, personal drug tests, probation, court ordered and various other testing reasons. EtG alcohol testing Is also available by both a urine and hair sample. DOT breath alcohol testing is also available in the Ruston area.

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Ruston, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 22,234 (96% urban, 4% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.2%

Population (male): 10,915

Population (female): 11,319

Median Age: 24.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $690.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ruston: 85.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 43.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (32.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 52.8% for Black residents, 50.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 36.0% for American Indian residents, 57.7% for other race residents, 52.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 75 registered sex offenders living in Ruston, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ruston is 299 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (5.1%), German (4.3%), English (4.0%), Irish (3.2%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%), French (1.4%).

Elevation: 319 feet

Land Area: 18.1 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 71272

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,079 (it was $23,001 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $16,574 (it was $14,573 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $180,036 (it was $79,900 in 2000) Ruston:$180,036LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 10,734 - 48.2%
      White alone - 10,159 - 45.7%
      Asian alone - 637 - 2.9%
      Two or more races - 381 - 1.7%
      Hispanic - 317 - 1.4%
      American Indian alone - 36 - 0.2%

Goldribbon

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)

(800) 221-4291