Worcester, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 185,677 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.5%

Population (male): 87,752

Population (female): 97,925

Median Age: 34.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,019.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Worcester: 130.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (17.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 17.3% for Black residents, 38.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 34.8% for American Indian residents, 10.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 33.9% for other race residents, 33.5% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 241 registered sex offenders living in Worcester, Massachusetts as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Worcester is 766 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (8.9%), Italian (6.4%), American (3.9%), French (3.2%), Albanian (2.6%), African (2.5%).

Elevation: 480 feet

Land Area: 37.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01545, 01583, 01602, 01603, 01604, 01605, 01606, 01607, 01608, 01609, 01610

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,561 (it was $35,623 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,354 (it was $18,614 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $221,600 (it was $118,400 in 2000) Worcester:$221,600MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 103,544 - 55.8%
      Hispanic - 42,336 - 22.8%
      Black alone - 21,740 - 11.7%
      Asian alone - 12,546 - 6.8%
      Two or more races - 4,197 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 824 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 443 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 55 - 0.03%

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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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Worcester, Massachusetts Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

Our Drug Testing centers in Worcester, MA provide same day drug testing services and we have convenient hours for employers and individuals needing a drug or alcohol test. All of our Worcester, Massachusetts 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 - Worcester, Massachusetts

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

415 MAIN ST 0.1 miles

415 MAIN ST
WORCESTER, MA 1608
Categories: WORCESTER MA

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level 0.4 miles

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level
Worcester, MA 1608
Categories: Worcester MA

255 PARK AVE STE 400 0.9 miles

255 PARK AVE STE 400
WORCESTER, MA 1609
Categories: WORCESTER MA

490 SHREWSBURY ST 1.8 miles

490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

141 MASSASOIT RD 1.9 miles

141 MASSASOIT RD
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

352 BELMONT ST 2.1 miles

352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

500 Lincoln Street 2.5 miles

500 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 1605
Categories: Worcester MA

630 PLANTATION ST 3.0 miles

630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
Categories: WORCESTER MA

348 Greenwood Street 3.3 miles

348 Greenwood Street
Worcester, MA 1607
Categories: Worcester MA

3 PERRY PL 3.8 miles

3 PERRY PL
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

35 MILLBURY ST 4.5 miles

35 MILLBURY ST
AUBURN, MA 1501
Categories: AUBURN MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 7.2 miles

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
Categories: Northborough MA

42 BOSTON POST RD W 12.5 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 14.2 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 14.2 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

28 Newton St 14.5 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

5 WINTER ST 15.0 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

115 WATER ST 2ND FL 16.3 miles

115 WATER ST 2ND FL
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

424 CENTRAL ST 17.4 miles

424 CENTRAL ST
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

160 S MAIN ST 17.4 miles

160 S MAIN ST
MILFORD, MA 1757
Categories: MILFORD MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 17.5 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

32 OAKES AVE 1ST FL 17.6 miles

32 OAKES AVE 1ST FL
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA 1550
Categories: SOUTHBRIDGE MA

60 HOSPITAL RD 19.4 miles

60 HOSPITAL RD
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 19.7 miles

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308
Framingham, MA 1702
Categories: Framingham MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 20.2 miles

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

7 FRANCINE RD 20.5 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

7 DEANE ST 21.5 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

81B MAIN ST 22.2 miles

81B MAIN ST
MEDWAY, MA 2053
Categories: MEDWAY MA

85 SOUTH ST 22.5 miles

85 SOUTH ST
WARE, MA 1082
Categories: WARE MA

190 N MAIN ST 22.8 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 23.2 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

25 JOHN A CUMMINGS WAY 23.3 miles

25 JOHN A CUMMINGS WAY
WOONSOCKET, RI 2895
Categories: WOONSOCKET RI

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584 24.2 miles

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584
GARDNER, MA 1440
Categories: GARDNER MA

116 EDDIE DOWLING HWY 24.4 miles

116 EDDIE DOWLING HWY
NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI 2896
Categories: NORTH SMITHFIELD RI

200 GROTON RD 24.7 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

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How to schedule a drug or alcohol test in Worcester, MA?

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

Workplace Drug Testing in Worcester, Massachusetts

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 Worcester.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, 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 Worcester, MA

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 Worcester, MA

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

Alcohol Testing in Worcester, MA

We provide alcohol testing which is available in urine, hair, blood, and breath alcohol in the Worcester 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 Worcester area.

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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 Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are facilities where biological samples are collected for the purpose of drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in various industries and contexts, such as employment, legal cases, and sports, to ensure compliance with drug policies and to promote safety. This overview provides consumers with key information about the operations, types of tests conducted, and what to expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Role of Drug Testing Collection Centers

The primary role of drug testing collection centers is to ensure that samples are collected in a secure and standardized manner. These centers adhere to strict guidelines to prevent contamination or tampering of samples, which could compromise test results. They serve individuals referred by employers, legal entities, or health care providers, and also offer services for private individuals seeking personal drug testing.

Types of Tests and Substances Screened

Collection centers handle various types of drug tests, which may include:

  • Urine tests: The most common method for detecting recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and amphetamines.
  • Hair tests: Provide a longer detection window, typically up to 90 days, for substances like ecstasy, marijuana, and methamphetamine.
  • Blood tests: Used for precise measurement of drug levels in the body, though less common due to their invasive nature.
  • Saliva tests: Increasingly popular for their non-invasive procedure and immediate detection of drugs consumed very recently.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

When visiting a drug testing collection center, individuals can expect the following procedures:

  1. Identification Verification: To ensure accuracy and security, individuals must present valid identification.
  2. Sample Collection: A trained technician will collect the sample using the appropriate method for the test being conducted.
  3. Chain of Custody Documentation: This process documents each person who handles the sample and maintains the integrity of the sample from collection to laboratory analysis.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are essential for ensuring the reliability and legality of drug tests. By maintaining high standards of practice, these centers support the enforcement of drug-free policies in workplaces and other institutions, thus contributing to public safety and health. Accurate testing helps in the identification and support of individuals with substance use issues, enhancing their access to treatment and recovery resources.

In conclusion, drug testing collection centers are critical to the effective implementation of drug testing protocols, offering professional and discreet services to ensure the integrity of each test conducted.

Worcester, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 185,677 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +7.5%

Population (male): 87,752

Population (female): 97,925

Median Age: 34.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,019.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Worcester: 130.5 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (17.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 17.3% for Black residents, 38.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 34.8% for American Indian residents, 10.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 33.9% for other race residents, 33.5% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Massachusetts and other state lists, there were 241 registered sex offenders living in Worcester, Massachusetts as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Worcester is 766 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (8.9%), Italian (6.4%), American (3.9%), French (3.2%), Albanian (2.6%), African (2.5%).

Elevation: 480 feet

Land Area: 37.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 01545, 01583, 01602, 01603, 01604, 01605, 01606, 01607, 01608, 01609, 01610

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,561 (it was $35,623 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,354 (it was $18,614 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $221,600 (it was $118,400 in 2000) Worcester:$221,600MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 103,544 - 55.8%
      Hispanic - 42,336 - 22.8%
      Black alone - 21,740 - 11.7%
      Asian alone - 12,546 - 6.8%
      Two or more races - 4,197 - 2.3%
      American Indian alone - 824 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 443 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 55 - 0.03%

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)

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