Jackson, MS Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 166,965 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -9.4%

Population (male): 78,586

Population (female): 88,379

Median Age: 33.0 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 23.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.3% for Black residents, 54.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 42.8% for American Indian residents, 32.1% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 73.7% for other race residents, 37.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (2.2%), English (2.0%), Irish (1.1%), African (1.0%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $39,004 (it was $30,414 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,648 (it was $17,116 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $93,400 (it was $64,200 in 2000) Jackson:$93,400MS:$120,200

Races:
      Black alone - 140,688 - 81.9%
      White alone - 28,376 - 16.5%
      Hispanic - 2,258 - 1.3%
      Two or more races - 1,165 - 0.7%
      Asian alone - 619 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 198 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 156 - 0.09%
      Other race alone - 19 - 0.01%

Jackson is the anchor for the Jackson, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is the state's largest metropolitan area with a 2016 population of 579,332, about one-fifth of Mississippi's population.

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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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2860 MCDOWELL ROAD EXT 1.8 miles

2860 MCDOWELL ROAD EXT
JACKSON, MS 39204
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2500 N STATE ST 2.1 miles

2500 N STATE ST
JACKSON, MS 39216
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1777 ELLIS AVE 2.7 miles

1777 ELLIS AVE
JACKSON, MS 39204
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1513 LAKELAND DR STE 200 3.2 miles

1513 LAKELAND DR STE 200
JACKSON, MS 39216
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7 LAKELAND CIR 3.8 miles

7 LAKELAND CIR
JACKSON, MS 39216
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1850 CHADWICK DR 4.2 miles

1850 CHADWICK DR
JACKSON, MS 39204
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1006 Top St STE J 4.3 miles

1006 Top St STE J
Flowood, MS 39232
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1920 CHADWICK DR 4.4 miles

1920 CHADWICK DR
JACKSON, MS 39204
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1635 RAYMOND RD 4.5 miles

1635 RAYMOND RD
JACKSON, MS 39204
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1020 RIVER OAKS DR STE 160 5.0 miles

1020 RIVER OAKS DR STE 160
FLOWOOD, MS 39232
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1031 North Flowood Drive, 5.2 miles

1031 North Flowood Drive,
Flowood, MS 39232
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106 LAKE VISTA PL 5.6 miles

106 LAKE VISTA PL
BRANDON, MS 39047
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544B KEYWAY DR 5.7 miles

544B KEYWAY DR
FLOWOOD, MS 39232
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544 KEYWAY DR STE B 5.9 miles

544 KEYWAY DR STE B
FLOWOOD, MS 39232
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368 Scarbrough St Ste B 6.0 miles

368 Scarbrough St Ste B
RICHLAND, MS 39218
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Onsite Only 6.1 miles

Onsite Only
Pearl, MS 39208
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187 DOCTORS DR 6.1 miles

187 DOCTORS DR
PEARL, MS 39208
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5606 OLD CANTON RD 6.2 miles

5606 OLD CANTON RD
JACKSON, MS 39211
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3825 HIGHWAY 80 E 6.3 miles

3825 HIGHWAY 80 E
PEARL, MS 39208
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342 GILCHRIST DR 6.7 miles

342 GILCHRIST DR
PEARL, MS 39208
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498 HIGHWAY 80 E 6.8 miles

498 HIGHWAY 80 E
CLINTON, MS 39056
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6360 I 55 N STE 120 6.9 miles

6360 I 55 N STE 120
JACKSON, MS 39211
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4816 LAKELAND DR 7.1 miles

4816 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39232
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730 RIDGEWOOD RD 7.8 miles

730 RIDGEWOOD RD
RIDGELAND, MS 39157
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1551 E COUNTY LINE RD 7.8 miles

1551 E COUNTY LINE RD
JACKSON, MS 39211
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357 TOWNE CENTER PL STE 403 8.3 miles

357 TOWNE CENTER PL STE 403
RIDGELAND, MS 39157
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106 CLINTON PKWY 8.8 miles

106 CLINTON PKWY
CLINTON, MS 39056
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308 CORPORATE DR 8.8 miles

308 CORPORATE DR
RIDGELAND, MS 39157
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7300 S SIWELL RD 8.9 miles

7300 S SIWELL RD
BYRAM, MS 39272
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7275 S SIWELL RD 8.9 miles

7275 S SIWELL RD
JACKSON, MS 39272
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720 Avignon Drive Suite 1 9.0 miles

720 Avignon Drive Suite 1
Ridgeland, MS 39157
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1067 HIGHLAND COLONY PKWY STE G 10.1 miles

1067 HIGHLAND COLONY PKWY STE G
RIDGELAND, MS 39157
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112 SOUTHLAKE CIR 10.1 miles

112 SOUTHLAKE CIR
CANTON, MS 39046
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507 LAKELAND PL 10.1 miles

507 LAKELAND PL
FLOWOOD, MS 39232
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1645 W GOVERNMENT CV STE F 10.6 miles

1645 W GOVERNMENT CV STE F
BRANDON, MS 39042
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1132 HIGHWAY 49 S 11.2 miles

1132 HIGHWAY 49 S
RICHLAND, MS 39218
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935 HIGHWAY 51 11.8 miles

935 HIGHWAY 51
MADISON, MS 39110
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401 BAPTIST DR STE 104 12.1 miles

401 BAPTIST DR STE 104
MADISON, MS 39110
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210 INDUSTRIAL PARK DR 20.7 miles

210 INDUSTRIAL PARK DR
MORTON, MS 39117
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276B NISSAN PKWY BLDG C SUITE 200 21.1 miles

276B NISSAN PKWY BLDG C SUITE 200
CANTON, MS 39046
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104 W RAILROAD AVE S 23.8 miles

104 W RAILROAD AVE S
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS 39059
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123 BO BO DR 24.0 miles

123 BO BO DR
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS 39059
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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Jackson, MS, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS

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Step 1: Choose and purchase your desired test either online or by calling our local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291 where our representatives are ready to help schedule your test. Please note that payment is required at the time of booking as testing centers do not accept payments. Same day testing is generally possible for most test types.

Step 2: If you schedule your test online, fill out the Donor Information/Registration Section and indicate where you would like the confidential test results delivered via email. The zip code you provide will determine the nearest drug/alcohol testing center for your convenience.

Step 3: You will receive an authorization form/donor pass which includes the local testing center’s address and hours. This will be sent to the e-mail you provided. Have this form available in print or digitally on your smartphone for the testing center. Appointments are not necessary!

Choose Between Urine or Hair Drug Testing in Jackson, MS

Accredited Drug Testing offers various testing methods to suit customer needs. Urine testing is prevalent among employers, courts, and schools due to its 1 to 5-day detection range. However, due to a longer detection period of approximately 90 days, hair drug and alcohol testing is increasingly popular.

Common Urine and Hair Drug Tests

A 5-panel urine and a 5-panel hair drug test screen for similar substances, though the detection window significantly varies. A urine test covers a timeframe of 1-5 days, whereas a hair test can detect drug use up to 90 days post-collection.

Court Mandated Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Our Jackson, MS centers provide a range of drug and alcohol tests for various court orders, including probation and other legally required testing. Tests can be observed, with results suitable for probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation, and other government mandates.

Court-ordered drug tests will include specific instructions about the type of test and substances being screened. If witnessed sample collection is necessary to prevent tampering, this will also be noted in the court order.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing in Jackson, MS

We are proficient in providing testing services across all DOT modes, following Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. This service extends to the Trucking (FMCSA), Maritime (USCG), Aviation (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad (FRA), and Pipeline (PHMSA) industries. Additional services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, and supervisor training.

Additional 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 Initiatives in Jackson, MS

For companies aiming to establish drug-free workplaces, Accredited Drug Testing offers comprehensive and budget-friendly programs regardless of company size. Organizations with such programs are often not fully qualified as a Drug-Free Workplace under state laws, due to incomplete testing procedures. Our Jackson, MS locations are equipped to meet your needs.

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Benefits of a Drug-Free Workplace in Jackson, MS:

  • Improved Employee Performance
  • Fewer Work-Related Accidents
  • Decreased Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers' Compensation Rates
  • Better Employee Morale
  • Higher Customer Satisfaction

On-site/Mobile Drug Testing Services in Jackson, MS

If you have 10 or more employees needing drug or alcohol tests, Accredited Drug Testing can conduct on-site testing at your location. This service is particularly beneficial for construction sites, manufacturing facilities, and job fairs, and is available for pre-employment and random testing. Contact us at (800)-221-4291 to arrange your testing event in Jackson, MS.

Drug Testing Locations in Jackson, MS

With locations in and around Jackson, MS, many of our centers offer early opening and evening hours to fit around work schedules. Qualified and friendly specialists are available to assist you with confidentiality and expertise.

Employment drug testing can include pre-employment screening, random selection, post-accident testing, and reasonable suspicion testing. Individual testing purposes may include court orders, probation, child custody, or personal requirements.

Accredited Drug Testing is a national leader in drug, alcohol, and DNA testing, with facilities in Jackson, MS specializing in these services along with DOT physicals and background checks.

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Accredited Drug Testing boasts more than 20,000 testing centers nationwide available in most states and cities.

Which Drug Testing Panel Suits You Best?

Drug tests, or panels, are named by the number of drugs screened. The most prevalent are 5, 10, and 12-panel tests, but custom panels can be arranged.

Understanding Drug Tests

A drug test analyzes biological specimens such as urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, or saliva for certain drugs or their metabolites. Applications include detecting performance-enhancing steroids in sports, legal requirements, and BAC testing by law enforcement. BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) is typically detected using a breathalyzer, whereas urinalysis is widely used in workplace and sports settings.

Does Passive Smoke Inhalation Lead to Marijuana False Positives?

Exposure to passive marijuana smoke is unlikely to result in a positive test, as cut-off levels for lab analysis are set beyond passive inhalation levels.

Other potential urine screen abnormalities could suggest a false negative or deliberate sample tampering, such as:

  • Low creatinine levels might suggest tampering; excessive water intake or direct sample dilution can cause this.
  • Creatinine, used alongside specific gravity, helps identify diluted samples. Labs might add blue dye to toilet water to prevent tampering.
  • Adding enzymes to alter urine stability is detectable usually by pH changes.

Drug Retention Periods in the Body

Drug detection windows depend on many factors. Key influencers include:

  • Drug dosage
  • Frequency of consumption
  • Type of drug
  • Overall health and metabolic rate of the user
  • Fluid intake post-drug use
  • Physical activity since drug use
  • Genetic differences influencing drug response

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Our team is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and confidential, friendly support for all your testing needs in Jackson, MS. Meeting employer and individual testing requirements is our top priority.

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Local Area Info: Ms. Jackson

"Ms. Jackson" is a song by American alternative hip hop duo OutKast. It was released on October 17, 2000, as the second single from OutKast’s fourth album, Stankonia. It topped the US charts, and also reached number one in Germany and number two in the United Kingdom. In October 2015, NME placed it at number 81 on its list of the "150 Best Tracks of the Past 15 Years" and in June of the same year Rolling Stone ranked it at number 55 in their "100 Best Songs of the 2000s".

"Ms. Jackson" won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards. The music video, which features animals nodding along to the song, won the BET Award for Video of the Year and MTV Video Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Video.

The single helped sell the album following the commercial underperformance of the lead single "B.O.B.", which, despite nearly universal acclaim from critics, failed to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100 and only reached number 69 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 166,965 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -9.4%

Population (male): 78,586

Population (female): 88,379

Median Age: 33.0 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 23.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 26.3% for Black residents, 54.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 42.8% for American Indian residents, 32.1% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 73.7% for other race residents, 37.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (2.2%), English (2.0%), Irish (1.1%), African (1.0%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $39,004 (it was $30,414 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,648 (it was $17,116 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $93,400 (it was $64,200 in 2000) Jackson:$93,400MS:$120,200

Races:
      Black alone - 140,688 - 81.9%
      White alone - 28,376 - 16.5%
      Hispanic - 2,258 - 1.3%
      Two or more races - 1,165 - 0.7%
      Asian alone - 619 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 198 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 156 - 0.09%
      Other race alone - 19 - 0.01%

Jackson is the anchor for the Jackson, Mississippi Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is the state's largest metropolitan area with a 2016 population of 579,332, about one-fifth of Mississippi's population.

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