Dallas, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,341,075 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +12.8%

Median Age: 32.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Dallas: 95.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (9.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.0% for Black residents, 19.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 21.6% for American Indian residents, 26.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 15.1% for other race residents, 14.3% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 463 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,627 (it was $37,628 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $32,114 (it was $22,183 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $190,600 (it was $87,400 in 2000) Dallas:$190,600TX:$172,200

The Praetorian Building in Dallas of 15 stories, built in 1909, was the first skyscraper west of the Mississippi and the tallest building in Texas for some time. It marked the prominence of Dallas as a city. A racetrack for thoroughbreds was built and their owners established the Dallas Jockey Club. Trotters raced at a track in Fort Worth, where a similar drivers club was based. The rapid expansion of population increased competition for jobs and housing.

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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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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Dallas, TX, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Dallas, TX and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Dallas, TX locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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How to Arrange a Drug Test in Dallas, TX

Effortlessly Schedule Online or via Phone

Step 1: Choose and purchase your test online, or contact our local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. Our representatives are on hand to assist you and arrange your test. Please note, payment is required during the registration as testing centers do not process payments. Many tests can be arranged for the same day.

Step 2: When scheduling online, fill out the Donor Information/Registration Section and specify where you'd like the confidential test results emailed. The zip code you provide will help identify the closest drug/alcohol testing facility for your convenience.

Step 3: You'll receive an authorization form/donor pass with details about the local testing center, including its address and operating hours. This will be sent to the email you supplied. Bring this form or have it readily available on your smartphone when you visit the testing site. No need for an appointment!

Choose between Urine or Hair Drug Testing Methods in Dallas, TX

Accredited Drug Testing provides various testing methods tailored to customer requirements. Urine testing is often chosen by employers, courts, and educational institutions due to its detection period of 1 to 5 days. However, hair drug and alcohol testing is gaining popularity with a detection period extending up to 90 days.

What Are the Popular Urine/Hair Drug Tests?

A 5-panel urine or hair drug test screens for identical substances, but their detection windows vary. Urine tests offer a look-back period of 1 to 5 days, whereas hair tests extend detection capabilities up to 90 days from specimen collection.

Court-Mandated Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Drug and alcohol tests at our Dallas, TX centers cater to an extensive array of court-ordered uses, such as probation and other government-mandated tests. Observed tests are an option, and results can be submitted for numerous court proceedings, including probation hearings, child custody cases, and government requisites.

Detailed guidelines specifying the type of test and drugs to be screened should accompany court-ordered drug tests. The requirement for witnessed sample collection to deter tampering will be outlined in the court order if necessary.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Dallas, TX

Our expertise extends to all DOT Modes, including the Trucking (FMCSA), Maritime (USCG), Aviation (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad (FRA), and Pipeline Industries (PHMSA), in line with Part 40 of the U.S. Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT offerings encompass consortium enrollment, MVR reports, supervisor training, and policy manual creation. We also deliver a comprehensive DOT Compliance Program suitable for single operators and small trucking firms.

Add-on DOT Services:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • Employer Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

Employer/Drug-Free Workplace Testing in Dallas, TX

Businesses aiming to maintain a drug-free environment can benefit from Accredited Drug Testing's comprehensive and affordable drug-free workplace programs. Nevertheless, some companies might not fully comply as a Drug-Free Workplace under State legislation due to a lack of essential components in their drug testing program. Our Dallas, TX locations are fully equipped to meet your needs.

Interested in a No Fee employer account? Click Here to establish your employer drug testing account today and save!

Benefits of a Drug-Free Workplace in Dallas, TX:

  • Improved Employee Performance
  • Decreased Job-Related Incidents
  • Lower Employee Absenteeism
  • Reduced Workers' Compensation Costs
  • Enhanced Employee Morale
  • Boosted Customer Satisfaction

On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Dallas, TX

If you have 10 or more employees needing drug or alcohol testing, Accredited Drug Testing offers on-site services at your venue. Such services are often utilized by construction sites, manufacturing plants, and job fairs, catering to pre-employment and random testing needs. Contact us at (800)221-4291 to coordinate your on-site testing in Dallas, TX.

Drug Testing Facilities in Dallas, TX

Accredited Drug Testing operates testing centers throughout Dallas, TX, and nearby locales. Many of our facilities open early and offer evening hours to fit individual schedules. Our certified specialists provide professional and confidential services at any of our Dallas, TX centers.

The purpose behind employer-driven tests includes pre-employment, random testing, post-accident investigations, and suspicion-based testing, whereas individuals may seek testing for court orders, probation, child custody, or personal reasons.

As a national company, Accredited Drug Testing has locations in Dallas, TX covering Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing along with DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

Traveling or on vacation? Rest easy! We accommodate testing appointments ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

With a network exceeding 20,000 testing centers nationwide, Accredited Drug Testing is accessible across all states and most municipalities.

Which Drug Testing Panel Suits Your Needs?

Drug test groupings are known as panels. Commonly used panels include 5-panel, 10-panel, and 12-panel tests that screen varying numbers of substances. Customized screenings can be arranged as well.

Understanding Drug Tests

Drug tests analyze biological specimens such as urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, or saliva to detect the presence of specific parent drugs or their metabolites. They are widely used to identify performance enhancers in sports, verify compliance with legal restrictions on drugs for employment or parole, and measure Blood Alcohol Content for law enforcement, typically via breathalyzers. Various methods exist, each with different accuracy, sensitivity, and detection periods.

A drug test may also entail a quantitative analysis of illegal substances to promote responsible use.

Can Passive Smoke Inhalation Affect Marijuana Testing?

Exposure to marijuana smoke in an enclosed space isn't considered valid for a false positive because lab cut-off concentrations exceed what passive inhalation could produce. Abnormal urine screen results might suggest false negatives or efforts to adulterate the sample. For example:

  • Low creatinine levels may suggest tampering, such as excessive hydration before tests or water being added to the sample.
  • Creatinine measurements are often paired with specific gravity to confirm sample dilution. Test facilities may color toilet water blue to prevent tampering with samples.
  • Attempting stability alteration with enzymes can modify pH levels, also tested.

Drug Detection Periods

The detection window varies based on several factors. Influences include:

  • Dosage
  • Usage frequency
  • Drug type
  • Metabolic rate and general health
  • Fluid consumption post-ingestion
  • Post-ingestion physical activity
  • Genetic differences affecting drug response

Why Choose Accredited Drug Testing in Dallas, TX?

Our staff is committed to answering your queries in a courteous and confidential manner. We prioritize exceptional customer service and are here to support your testing needs in Dallas, TX, catering to both employers and individual clients.

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Local Area Info: Dallas

Dallas , officially the City of Dallas, is a city in the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Dallas County, with portions extending into Collin, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall counties. With an estimated 2017 population of 1,341,075, it is the ninth most-populous city in the U.S. and third in Texas after Houston and San Antonio. It is also the eighteenth most-populous city in North America as of 2015. Located in North Texas, the city of Dallas is the main core of the largest metropolitan area in the Southern United States and the largest inland metropolitan area in the U.S. that lacks any navigable link to the sea. It is the most populous city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, the fourth-largest metropolitan area in the country at 7.3 million people as of 2017. The city's combined statistical area is the seventh-largest in the U.S. as of 2017, with 7,846,293 residents.

Dallas and nearby Fort Worth were initially developed due to the construction of major railroad lines through the area allowing access to cotton, cattle and later oil in North and East Texas. The construction of the Interstate Highway System reinforced Dallas's prominence as a transportation hub, with four major interstate highways converging in the city and a fifth interstate loop around it. Dallas then developed as a strong industrial and financial center and a major inland port, due to the convergence of major railroad lines, interstate highways and the construction of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, one of the largest and busiest airports in the world.

A "beta(+)" global city, the economy of Dallas has been considered diverse with dominant sectors including defense, financial services, information technology, telecommunications, and transportation. Dallas is home to 9 Fortune 500 companies within the city limits. The Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex hosts additional Fortune 500 companies, including American Airlines (Fort Worth), ExxonMobil (Irving) and J. C. Penney (Plano). Over 41 colleges and universities are in its metropolitan area which is the most of any metropolitan area in Texas. The city has a population from a myriad of ethnic and religious backgrounds and the sixth-largest LGBT population in the United States as of 2016. WalletHub named Dallas the fifth most-diverse city in the U.S. in 2018.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,341,075 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +12.8%

Median Age: 32.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Dallas: 95.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (9.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.0% for Black residents, 19.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 21.6% for American Indian residents, 26.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 15.1% for other race residents, 14.3% for two or more races residents)

Elevation: 463 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $50,627 (it was $37,628 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $32,114 (it was $22,183 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $190,600 (it was $87,400 in 2000) Dallas:$190,600TX:$172,200

The Praetorian Building in Dallas of 15 stories, built in 1909, was the first skyscraper west of the Mississippi and the tallest building in Texas for some time. It marked the prominence of Dallas as a city. A racetrack for thoroughbreds was built and their owners established the Dallas Jockey Club. Trotters raced at a track in Fort Worth, where a similar drivers club was based. The rapid expansion of population increased competition for jobs and housing.

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