La Porte, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 35,371 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +11.0%

Population (male): 18,123

Population (female): 17,248

Median Age: 38.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,118.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in La Porte: 92.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 22.8% for Black residents, 15.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 8.4% for American Indian residents, 29.5% for other race residents, 1.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 81 registered sex offenders living in La Porte, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in La Porte is 446 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the stat

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (9.3%), English (7.4%), German (6.7%), Irish (4.4%), Italian (2.7%), French (2.4%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 18.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $76,834 (it was $55,810 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,546 (it was $21,178 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $166,354 (it was $80,500 in 2000) La Porte:$166,354TX:$172,200

Races:
      White alone - 20,680 - 56.4%
      Hispanic - 11,936 - 32.6%
      Black alone - 1,688 - 4.6%
      Two or more races - 1,101 - 3.0%
      Asian alone - 373 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 142 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 15 - 0.04%

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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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La Porte, Texas Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

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

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

1009 S BROADWAY ST 0.8 miles

1009 S BROADWAY ST
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X 1.2 miles

1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

125 SYLVAN ST 1.2 miles

125 SYLVAN ST
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

7720 Spencer Hwy 6.1 miles

7720 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena, TX 77505
Categories: Pasadena TX

5141 Center St 6.2 miles

5141 Center St
Pasadena, TX 77505
Categories: Pasadena TX

1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115 6.4 miles

1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

2910 CENTER ST 6.4 miles

2910 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2818 CENTER ST 6.4 miles

2818 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2802 Garth Rd Ste 213, 6.5 miles

2802 Garth Rd Ste 213,
Baytown, TX 77521
Categories: Baytown TX

2800 GARTH RD 6.5 miles

2800 GARTH RD
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

2106 CENTER ST 6.5 miles

2106 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 6.6 miles

126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

1803 CENTER ST STE A 6.6 miles

1803 CENTER ST STE A
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

1430 CENTER ST 6.7 miles

1430 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

125 E 8TH ST 6.8 miles

125 E 8TH ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

6825 SPENCER HWY 6.9 miles

6825 SPENCER HWY
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

415 BISCAYNE BLVD 7.0 miles

415 BISCAYNE BLVD
EL LAGO, TX 77586
Categories: EL LAGO TX

321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 7.0 miles

321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

102 W 2ND ST 7.0 miles

102 W 2ND ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2610 N ALEXANDER DR 7.0 miles

2610 N ALEXANDER DR
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1700 JAMES BOWIE DR 7.1 miles

1700 JAMES BOWIE DR
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

4002 GARTH RD STE 150 7.4 miles

4002 GARTH RD STE 150
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1658 W Baker Rd Ste A 7.5 miles

1658 W Baker Rd Ste A
Baytown, TX 77521
Categories: Baytown TX

1610 W BAKER RD STE B 7.5 miles

1610 W BAKER RD STE B
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

4401 GARTH RD 7.6 miles

4401 GARTH RD
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S 8.4 miles

4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135 8.4 miles

4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220 8.8 miles

2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220
Nassau Bay, TX 77058
Categories: Nassau Bay TX

4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100 9.2 miles

4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110 9.2 miles

700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110
Houston, TX 77058
Categories: Houston TX

1202 NASA PKWY 9.7 miles

1202 NASA PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77058
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1120 NASA PKWY STE 304 9.7 miles

1120 NASA PKWY STE 304
HOUSTON, TX 77058
Categories: HOUSTON TX

4000 SPENCER HWY 9.8 miles

4000 SPENCER HWY
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

104 Medical Plaza 9.9 miles

104 Medical Plaza
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77580
Categories: MONT BELVIEU TX

3801 VISTA RD STE 390 9.9 miles

3801 VISTA RD STE 390
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD 10.0 miles

1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

3350 FAIRVIEW ST 10.0 miles

3350 FAIRVIEW ST
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106 10.0 miles

3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106
Pasadena, TX 77504
Categories: Pasadena TX

610 S MAIN ST 10.1 miles

610 S MAIN ST
HIGHLANDS, TX 77562
Categories: HIGHLANDS TX

250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270 10.6 miles

250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Categories: WEBSTER TX

561 Medical Center Blvd., 10.9 miles

561 Medical Center Blvd.,
Webster, TX 77598
Categories: Webster TX

7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200 11.4 miles

7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

520 S SHAVER ST 11.7 miles

520 S SHAVER ST
PASADENA, TX 77506
Categories: PASADENA TX

1102 DICKINSON AVE 12.1 miles

1102 DICKINSON AVE
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

12885 GULF FWY 12.2 miles

12885 GULF FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77034
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13469 EAST FWY 12.4 miles

13469 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11717 Highland Meadow Dr, 12.6 miles

11717 Highland Meadow Dr,
Houston, TX 77089
Categories: Houston TX

11800 ASTORIA BLVD 12.7 miles

11800 ASTORIA BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77089
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C 12.7 miles

10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C
HOUSTON, TX 77089
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13125 EAST FWY 12.8 miles

13125 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510, 12.9 miles

1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510,
Houston, TX 77015
Categories: Houston TX

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 5A 12.9 miles

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 5A
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77523
Categories: MONT BELVIEU TX

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 4 12.9 miles

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 4
BAYTOWN, TX 77523
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

13259 EAST FWY 12.9 miles

13259 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505 12.9 miles

1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1108 GULF FWY S ste 230 13.0 miles

1108 GULF FWY S ste 230
LEAGUE CITY, TX 77573
Categories: LEAGUE CITY TX

13601 Woodforest Blvd 13.1 miles

13601 Woodforest Blvd
Houston, TX 77015
Categories: Houston TX

3354 E FM 528 RD 13.2 miles

3354 E FM 528 RD
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
Categories: FRIENDSWOOD TX

628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR 14.4 miles

628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
Categories: FRIENDSWOOD TX

2106 FM 517 RD E 14.5 miles

2106 FM 517 RD E
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218 14.6 miles

1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218
Friendswood, TX 77546
Categories: Friendswood TX

8505 GULF FWY STE F 14.7 miles

8505 GULF FWY STE F
HOUSTON, TX 77017
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10909 EAST FWY 15.0 miles

10909 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3520 BROADWAY ST 15.6 miles

3520 BROADWAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77017
Categories: HOUSTON TX

676 FM 517 RD W 15.8 miles

676 FM 517 RD W
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

2018 BROADWAY ST 15.8 miles

2018 BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200 15.9 miles

1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2626 S LOOP W STE 650D 15.9 miles

2626 S LOOP W STE 650D
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550 15.9 miles

2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2211 E BROADWAY ST 15.9 miles

2211 E BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

900 BROADWAY ST 16.0 miles

900 BROADWAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77012
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6969 GULF FWY STE 370 16.3 miles

6969 GULF FWY STE 370
HOUSTON, TX 77087
Categories: HOUSTON TX

4615 I 45 STE 206 17.3 miles

4615 I 45 STE 206
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190 18.3 miles

2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
Categories: LA MARQUE TX

7117 Lyons Ave 18.4 miles

7117 Lyons Ave
Houston, TX 77020
Categories: Houston TX

2211A BROADWAY ST 18.4 miles

2211A BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180 18.4 miles

1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

7111 Medical Center Drive Suit, 18.9 miles

7111 Medical Center Drive Suit,
Texas City, TX 77591
Categories: Texas City TX

6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY 18.9 miles

6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

14025 Delaney St, 19.3 miles

14025 Delaney St,
La Marque, TX 77568
Categories: La Marque TX

3300 FM 1765 STE A 20.0 miles

3300 FM 1765 STE A
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110 20.0 miles

8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120 20.0 miles

9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

527 9TH AVE N STE 101 20.1 miles

527 9TH AVE N STE 101
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

302 34TH ST SOUTH 20.2 miles

302 34TH ST SOUTH
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

2434 CEDAR DR 20.7 miles

2434 CEDAR DR
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
Categories: LA MARQUE TX

1100 SMITH DR 20.9 miles

1100 SMITH DR
ALVIN, TX 77511
Categories: ALVIN TX

2004 LEELAND ST 21.2 miles

2004 LEELAND ST
HOUSTON, TX 77003
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9723 HOMESTEAD RD 21.2 miles

9723 HOMESTEAD RD
HOUSTON, TX 77016
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8633 BROADWAY #103 21.4 miles

8633 BROADWAY #103
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473 21.6 miles

1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473
HOUSTON, TX 77010
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110 21.6 miles

2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400 21.6 miles

1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3300 CRAWFORD ST 21.8 miles

3300 CRAWFORD ST
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 21.9 miles

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

1200 Binz St, Ste 115 22.5 miles

1200 Binz St, Ste 115
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 22.5 miles

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6411 FANNIN ST 22.9 miles

6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102 23.0 miles

2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

7580 FANNIN ST ste 180 23.0 miles

7580 FANNIN ST ste 180
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980 23.1 miles

6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3128 S GORDON ST 23.1 miles

3128 S GORDON ST
ALVIN, TX 77511
Categories: ALVIN TX

7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620 23.1 miles

7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7515 Main Street, Suite 190 23.6 miles

7515 Main Street, Suite 190
Houston, TX 77054
Categories: Houston TX

9321 KIRBY DR 23.6 miles

9321 KIRBY DR
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

Memorial Hermann Medical Group-Alvin 252 Bypass 35 N 23.8 miles

Memorial Hermann Medical Group-Alvin 252 Bypass 35 N
ALVIN, TX 77511
Categories: ALVIN TX

1917 W GRAY ST 23.8 miles

1917 W GRAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77019
Categories: HOUSTON TX

107 YALE ST STE 200 23.9 miles

107 YALE ST STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

102 West 11th St 24.3 miles

102 West 11th St
Houston, TX 77008
Categories: Houston TX

9563 MAIN ST 24.4 miles

9563 MAIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77025
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106 24.6 miles

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

235 W 20TH ST 24.8 miles

235 W 20TH ST
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720 24.8 miles

1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B 24.8 miles

5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5151 KATY FWY 24.8 miles

5151 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5151 KATY FWY STE 170 24.8 miles

5151 KATY FWY STE 170
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

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How to schedule a drug or alcohol test in La Porte, TX?

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

Workplace Drug Testing in La Porte, Texas

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 La Porte.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a La Porte, TX 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 La Porte, 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 La Porte, TX

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 La Porte, TX

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

Alcohol Testing in La Porte, TX

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

La Porte, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 35,371 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +11.0%

Population (male): 18,123

Population (female): 17,248

Median Age: 38.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,118.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in La Porte: 92.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 10.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 22.8% for Black residents, 15.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 8.4% for American Indian residents, 29.5% for other race residents, 1.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 81 registered sex offenders living in La Porte, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in La Porte is 446 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the stat

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (9.3%), English (7.4%), German (6.7%), Irish (4.4%), Italian (2.7%), French (2.4%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 18.9 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $76,834 (it was $55,810 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,546 (it was $21,178 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $166,354 (it was $80,500 in 2000) La Porte:$166,354TX:$172,200

Races:
      White alone - 20,680 - 56.4%
      Hispanic - 11,936 - 32.6%
      Black alone - 1,688 - 4.6%
      Two or more races - 1,101 - 3.0%
      Asian alone - 373 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 142 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 15 - 0.04%

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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)

(800) 221-4291