Columbus, MN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 2,075

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,168.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbus: 97.6 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 13.1% for American Indian residents)

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $79,169
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,123
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,900 Columbus:$229,900MN:$224,000

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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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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Columbus, MN

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Columbus, MN and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

1540 LAKE ST S 3.2 miles

1540 LAKE ST S
FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
Categories: FOREST LAKE MN

14665 MERCANTILE DR N STE 100 7.1 miles

14665 MERCANTILE DR N STE 100
HUGO, MN 55038
Categories: HUGO MN

12175 ABERDEEN ST NE 10.3 miles

12175 ABERDEEN ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

2331 108TH LN NE 10.4 miles

2331 108TH LN NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100 11.8 miles

10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

10000 QUINCE ST NW 14.0 miles

10000 QUINCE ST NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
Categories: COON RAPIDS MN

9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW 14.1 miles

9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
Categories: COON RAPIDS MN

7675 MADISON ST NE 14.8 miles

7675 MADISON ST NE
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
Categories: FRIDLEY MN

550 OSBORNE RD NE 14.8 miles

550 OSBORNE RD NE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55432
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400 14.9 miles

480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
Categories: FRIDLEY MN

402 COUNTY ROAD D W 15.9 miles

402 COUNTY ROAD D W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55112
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

1560 BEAM AVE STE F 16.4 miles

1560 BEAM AVE STE F
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
Categories: MAPLEWOOD MN

2321 7TH AVE 16.6 miles

2321 7TH AVE
ANOKA, MN 55303
Categories: ANOKA MN

5815 NORELL AVE N AT THE FRONT OF STORE 16.8 miles

5815 NORELL AVE N AT THE FRONT OF STORE
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

5366 386TH ST NE 17.0 miles

5366 386TH ST NE
NORTH BRANCH, MN 55056
Categories: NORTH BRANCH MN

402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D 17.2 miles

402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D
NEW BRIGHTON, MN 55112
Categories: NEW BRIGHTON MN

6413 OAK ST 17.2 miles

6413 OAK ST
NORTH BRANCH, MN 55056
Categories: NORTH BRANCH MN

2600 65TH AVE 17.3 miles

2600 65TH AVE
OSCEOLA, WI 54020
Categories: OSCEOLA WI

600 County Road D West, Suite 11 17.3 miles

600 County Road D West, Suite 11
New Brighton, MN 55112
Categories: New Brighton MN

601 Jacob Lane 17.6 miles

601 Jacob Lane
Anoka, MN 55303
Categories: Anoka MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41 18.2 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41
SAINT PAUL, MN 55113
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W 18.2 miles

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W 18.2 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

4000 CENTRAL AVE NE 18.2 miles

4000 CENTRAL AVE NE
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN 55421
Categories: COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MN

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120 18.5 miles

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120
BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430
Categories: BROOKLYN CENTER MN

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130 18.5 miles

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

10000 ZANE AVE N 18.7 miles

10000 ZANE AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55443
Categories: BROOKLYN PARK MN

927 W Churchill St 18.8 miles

927 W Churchill St
Stillwater, MN 55082
Categories: Stillwater MN

1500 CURVE CREST BLVD 18.9 miles

1500 CURVE CREST BLVD
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

9201 WYOMING AVE N 19.0 miles

9201 WYOMING AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55445
Categories: BROOKLYN PARK MN

13999 60TH ST N 19.4 miles

13999 60TH ST N
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D 21.0 miles

7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D
RAMSEY, MN 55303
Categories: RAMSEY MN

4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200 21.5 miles

4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200
ROBBINSDALE, MN 55422
Categories: ROBBINSDALE MN

436 HAYWARD AVE N 21.8 miles

436 HAYWARD AVE N
OAKDALE, MN 55128
Categories: OAKDALE MN

1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W 21.9 miles

1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

216 S ADAMS ST 22.1 miles

216 S ADAMS ST
SAINT CROIX FALLS, WI 54024
Categories: SAINT CROIX FALLS WI

235 E STATE ST 22.1 miles

235 E STATE ST
ST CROIX FLS, WI 54024
Categories: ST CROIX FLS WI

333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300 22.2 miles

333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG 22.2 miles

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza 22.2 miles

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza
St Paul, MN 55104
Categories: St Paul MN

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE 22.6 miles

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55454
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

701 DELLWOOD ST S 22.6 miles

701 DELLWOOD ST S
CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MN

7840 VINEWOOD LN 22.6 miles

7840 VINEWOOD LN
MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369
Categories: MAPLE GROVE MN

1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2 22.7 miles

1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

4221 WINNETKA AVE N 22.7 miles

4221 WINNETKA AVE N
NEW HOPE, MN 55428
Categories: NEW HOPE MN

205 WABASHA ST S 22.8 miles

205 WABASHA ST S
SAINT PAUL, MN 55107
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406 22.8 miles

825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

5685 DULUTH ST 23.5 miles

5685 DULUTH ST
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55422
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G 23.7 miles

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G
PLYMOUTH, MN 55442
Categories: PLYMOUTH MN

1687 WOODLANE DR STE 102 23.9 miles

1687 WOODLANE DR STE 102
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

2300 NEVADA AVE N 23.9 miles

2300 NEVADA AVE N
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

2925 Chicago Ave 24.1 miles

2925 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Categories: Minneapolis MN

2056 WOODLANE DR 24.2 miles

2056 WOODLANE DR
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

8380 CITY CENTRE DR 24.4 miles

8380 CITY CENTRE DR
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR 24.9 miles

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR
ROGERS, MN 55374
Categories: ROGERS MN

800 FREEPORT AVE NW 25.0 miles

800 FREEPORT AVE NW
ELK RIVER, MN 55330
Categories: ELK RIVER MN

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Columbus, MN testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Columbus, MN testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Columbus, MN drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Columbus, MN testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Columbus, MN and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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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.

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Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Columbus, Minnesota

The city was formerly known as Columbus Township until September 21, 2006, when it was incorporated as the city of Columbus, in response to concerns that the adjacent city of Forest Lake was planning to annex portions of the township.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 47.76 square miles (123.70 km2), of which, 44.92 square miles (116.34 km2) is land and 2.84 square miles (7.36 km2) is water.

Anoka County Roads 18, 19, 23, 54, and 62 are the main routes in the community. Interstate 35 splits into Interstates 35E and 35W within the southeast corner of Columbus. The junction is commonly referred to as the Forest Lake Split, named after the city to the immediate east.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 2,075

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,168.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbus: 97.6 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 4.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 13.1% for American Indian residents)

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $79,169
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,123
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,900 Columbus:$229,900MN:$224,000

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