Mercedes, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2019: 16,604 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: +21.6%

Population (male): 7,978

Population (female): 8,626

Median Age: 32.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2019: $596.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Mercedes: 80.4 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 33.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (10.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 43.1% for other race residents, 47.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 91 registered sex offenders living in Mercedes, Texas as of April 25, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Mercedes is 186 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (4.2%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 8.58 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 78570

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2019: $36,225 (it was $23,064 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2019: $14,903 (it was $8,658 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2019: $76,135 (it was $37,500 in 2000) Mercedes:$76,135TX:$200,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 15,831 - 94.1%
      White alone - 923 - 5.5%
      Black alone - 28 - 0.2%
      Two or more races - 2 - 0.01%

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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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Mercedes, Texas Drug Testing Locations

"Need A Test, Choose The Best"

Our Drug Testing centers in Mercedes, 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 Mercedes, 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 - Mercedes, Texas

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

1221 East 10th St, Suite 101-A 3.7 miles

1221 East 10th St, Suite 101-A
Weslaco, TX 78596
Categories: Weslaco TX

1710 E 8TH ST 3.7 miles

1710 E 8TH ST
WESLACO, TX 78596
Categories: WESLACO TX

1102 S AIRPORT BLDG 2 3.8 miles

1102 S AIRPORT BLDG 2
WESLACO, TX 78596
Categories: WESLACO TX

624 N TIO AVE STE B 3.9 miles

624 N TIO AVE STE B
WESLACO, TX 78596
Categories: WESLACO TX

2602 W EXPRESSWAY 83 STE 2 4.7 miles

2602 W EXPRESSWAY 83 STE 2
WESLACO, TX 78596
Categories: WESLACO TX

1210 W EXPRESSWAY 83 ste B 4.7 miles

1210 W EXPRESSWAY 83 ste B
WESLACO, TX 78596
Categories: WESLACO TX

7701 Yvette Cir Ste 2 6.3 miles

7701 Yvette Cir Ste 2
Mercedes, TX 78570
Categories: Mercedes TX

427 E DURANTA AVE ste 103 11.9 miles

427 E DURANTA AVE ste 103
ALAMO, TX 78516
Categories: ALAMO TX

1214 DIXIELAND RD STE 8 12.1 miles

1214 DIXIELAND RD STE 8
HARLINGEN, TX 78552
Categories: HARLINGEN TX

1214 DIXIELAND RD Ste 8 12.1 miles

1214 DIXIELAND RD Ste 8
HARLINGEN, TX 78552
Categories: HARLINGEN TX

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

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

Workplace Drug Testing in Mercedes, 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 Mercedes.

Employers will see the following benefits of being a Mercedes, 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 Mercedes, 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 Mercedes, 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 Mercedes, 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 Mercedes, TX drug testing locations are available for same day service and we have locations across the United States.

Alcohol Testing in Mercedes, TX

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

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Mercedes, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2019: 16,604 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: +21.6%

Population (male): 7,978

Population (female): 8,626

Median Age: 32.0 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2019: $596.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Mercedes: 80.4 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 33.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (10.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 43.1% for other race residents, 47.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 91 registered sex offenders living in Mercedes, Texas as of April 25, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Mercedes is 186 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (4.2%).

Elevation:

Land Area: 8.58 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 78570

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2019: $36,225 (it was $23,064 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2019: $14,903 (it was $8,658 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2019: $76,135 (it was $37,500 in 2000) Mercedes:$76,135TX:$200,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 15,831 - 94.1%
      White alone - 923 - 5.5%
      Black alone - 28 - 0.2%
      Two or more races - 2 - 0.01%

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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