Des Moines, IA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 217,521 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +9.5%

Median Age: 33.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 14.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (11.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 32.8% for Black residents, 27.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 48.9% for American Indian residents, 6.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 28.5% for other race residents, 30.9% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (14.6%), American (8.1%), Irish (6.6%), English (4.0%), Italian (3.3%), Norwegian (2.1%).

Elevation: 864 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,355 (it was $38,408 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,520 (it was $19,467 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $134,300 (it was $79,900 in 2000) Des Moines:$134,300IA:$149,100

Races:
      White alone - 137,235 - 63.1%
      Hispanic - 31,333 - 14.4%
      Black alone - 22,170 - 10.2%
      Asian alone - 17,143 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 8,513 - 3.9%
      American Indian alone - 645 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 265 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 204 - 0.09%

Based on archeological evidence, the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers has attracted humans for at least 7,000 years. Several prehistoric occupation areas have been identified by archeologists in downtown Des Moines. Discovered in December 2010, the "Palace" is an expansive, 7,000-year-old site found during excavations prior to construction of the new wastewater treatment plant in southeastern Des Moines. It contains well-preserved house deposits and numerous graves. More than 6,000 artifacts were found at this site. State of Iowa archaeologist John Doershuk was assisted by University of Iowa archaeologists at this dig.

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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)

Des Moines, Iowa Drug Testing

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Des Moines, Iowa Drug and Alcohol Testing

Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) offers Des Moines drug testing, Des Moines alcohol testing and Des Moines DNA testing at many locations in the Des Moines, IA area for employers and individuals in need of a drug, alcohol or DNA test. In addition, most Des Moines Drug Testing locations are within minutes of your home or office. Testing locations are open for DOT and NON-DOT drug and alcohol testing.

Testing locations do not accept payment and require a test registration/donor pass to conduct a drug, alcohol or DNA test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register or online for the test. No appointment is needed, but a test registration is required.

Des Moines Drug Testing locations

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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Drug Testing Collection Locations: An Overview

Drug testing collection locations are essential facilities where individuals provide biological samples for drug screening purposes. These locations serve diverse sectors including corporate entities, sports organizations, and legal agencies, ensuring adherence to drug-free policies. Understanding the setup, function, and critical aspects of these locations can help consumers and businesses effectively navigate the drug testing process.

Variety of Collection Locations

  • Clinical Laboratories: These facilities are equipped with the necessary tools and technology to handle various types of drug tests, including urine, blood, hair, and saliva testing.
  • Workplace On-site Testing: Some businesses opt for on-site testing services, which provide convenience and ensure high participation rates by minimizing the need for employees to travel to external sites.
  • Mobile Testing Units: Mobile units can be deployed to various locations, making them ideal for remote sites or large-scale employment screening events.
  • Third-party Collection Sites: Independent collection sites that handle the drug testing process on behalf of multiple organizations, ensuring impartiality and confidentiality.

Key Functions of Collection Locations

Collection locations are pivotal in the drug testing process, providing structured and secure environments for sample collection. They perform several critical functions:

  1. Standardized Collection Procedures: Ensuring all samples are collected under consistent, controlled conditions that meet industry standards and legal requirements.
  2. Prevention of Sample Tampering: Utilizing security measures and observation techniques to prevent tampering or contamination of samples.
  3. Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of the collection process, including chain of custody documentation to ensure the integrity and traceability of each sample.

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Collection Location

Choosing the right drug testing collection location is crucial for accuracy and reliability. Factors to consider include:

  • Accreditation: Look for facilities that are accredited by reputable organizations, ensuring they follow standardized protocols and deliver reliable results.
  • Location Accessibility: Proximity to your workplace or home can reduce disruption and ensure timely testing.
  • Privacy Measures: A good facility should uphold a high standard of privacy and confidentiality during the collection process.

Drug testing collection locations are fundamental in facilitating the effective implementation of drug testing protocols across various contexts. They provide the necessary infrastructure and professional oversight required to ensure the legitimacy and legality of the drug testing process.

1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416 0.1 miles

1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416
DES MOINES, IA 50316
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2100 DIXON ST STE E 1.4 miles

2100 DIXON ST STE E
DES MOINES, IA 50316
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1200 PLEASANT ST 1.6 miles

1200 PLEASANT ST
DES MOINES, IA 50309
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2417 UNIVERSITY AVE 2.1 miles

2417 UNIVERSITY AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50311
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1650 E MADISON AVE 2.4 miles

1650 E MADISON AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50313
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2340 EUCLID AVE 2.7 miles

2340 EUCLID AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50310
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1233 8TH ST 5.4 miles

1233 8TH ST
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
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5911 MEREDITH DR STE D 5.5 miles

5911 MEREDITH DR STE D
DES MOINES, IA 50322
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5731 GREENDALE RD STE 100 6.4 miles

5731 GREENDALE RD STE 100
JOHNSTON, IA 50131
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3770 8TH ST SW 6.8 miles

3770 8TH ST SW
ALTOONA, IA 50009
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2700 WESTOWN PKWY STE 270 6.8 miles

2700 WESTOWN PKWY STE 270
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
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1810 SW White Birch Circle Ste 111 7.0 miles

1810 SW White Birch Circle Ste 111
ANKENY, IA 50023
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1824 SW WHITE BIRCH CIR 7.0 miles

1824 SW WHITE BIRCH CIR
ANKENY, IA 50023
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11144 AURORA AVE 8.8 miles

11144 AURORA AVE
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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11208 AURORA AVE BLDG 12 8.8 miles

11208 AURORA AVE BLDG 12
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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640 S 50TH ST UNIT 1100 8.8 miles

640 S 50TH ST UNIT 1100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
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11319 AURORA AVE, 9.0 miles

11319 AURORA AVE,
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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12871 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 130 9.6 miles

12871 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 130
CLIVE, IA 50325
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6000 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 124 9.8 miles

6000 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 124
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
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108 N JEFFERSON WAY 16.7 miles

108 N JEFFERSON WAY
INDIANOLA, IA 50125
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507 14TH ST 19.1 miles

507 14TH ST
DALLAS CENTER, IA 50063
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For additional testing center locations in the State of Iowa, please call (800) 221-4291

With our talented team of drug testing technicians, you can always count on receiving a professional and knowledgeable experience delivered each time with the utmost respect for confidentiality.

Every day we work closely with companies of all sizes and all industries, as well as with third party administrators and individuals in need of an Des Moines drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Des Moines drug testing and Des Moines alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.

Our service of Des Moines drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing is designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Des Moines drug testing needs.

Des Moines Drug Testing Services

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The ADT Des Moines drug testing centers provides a wide variety of standard drug and alcohol tests, as well as customized drug screening to meet a specific need. Our standard drug test is a 5 panel, 9 panel, 10 panel, 11 panel and 12 panel screen which can also be expanded to look for additional opiates, prescription drugs, K2, spice and bath salts. If you are not sure of what particular Des Moines drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Des Moines Accredited Drug Testing centers. Our Iowa drug testing centers are located throughout the state and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.

Local Des Moines Information

Local Area Info: Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/d??m??n/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in the United States with 634,725 residents according to the 2016 estimate by the United States Census Bureau, and is the second largest metropolitan area in the state after that of Omaha, Nebraska, which includes three counties in southwest Iowa.

Des Moines is a major center of the U.S. insurance industry, and has a sizable financial services and publishing business base. The city was credited as the "number one spot for U.S. insurance companies" in a Business Wire article and named the third-largest "insurance capital" of the world. The city is the headquarters for the Principal Financial Group, the Meredith Corporation, Ruan Transportation, EMC Insurance Companies, and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. Other major corporations such as Wells Fargo, Voya Financial, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, ACE Limited, Marsh, Monsanto, and DuPont Pioneer have large operations in or near the metropolitan area. In recent years, Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, and Facebook have built data-processing and logistical facilities in the Des Moines area. Forbes ranked Des Moines as the "Best Place for Business" in both 2010 and 2013. In 2014, NBC ranked Des Moines as the "Wealthiest City in America" according to its criteria.

Des Moines is an important city in U.S. presidential politics; as the state's capital, it is the site of the first caucuses of the presidential primary cycle. Many presidential candidates set up campaign headquarters in Des Moines. A 2007 article in The New York Times said, "If you have any desire to witness presidential candidates in the most close-up and intimate of settings, there is arguably no better place to go than Des Moines."

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Des Moines Employee Drug Testing

Businesses that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace.

The benefits of being a true Drug Free Workplace can include but are not limited to:

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
    • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
    • Improved Employee Moral
    • Customer Satisfaction

In addition, many companies regardless of size report that being a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.

Also many states such as Iowa, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming, Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington provide by law a discount on workers compensation insurance rates provided a business qualifies as a Drug Free Workplace in accordance with state law.
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States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs

Alabama 5% Arkansas 5% Iowa 5%
Kentucky 5% Misissippi 5% Ohio 5%
Tennessee 5% Virginia 5% Washington 5%

In addition to the States listed above, New York, Idaho, Hawaii and many other States also offer Workers Compensation Insurance discounts for employers who qualify as a drug free workplace. Discounts are based on individual program requirements and have no fixed rate.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to insure that any available discounts are provided for implementing and properly maintaining a drug free workplace.

Any company can benefit by being a Drug Free Workplace regardless of the number of employees but it is crucially important that any business that wishes to be a Drug Free Workplace maintain the program properly.

A properly maintained Drug Free Workplace should include the following:

  • A written Drug Free Workplace Policy
  • Employee Drug Testing
  • Employee Education
    • Supervisor Training
    • Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
    • Drug Free Workplace Signage

Studies have shown that substance abuse among employees has serious repercussions for both the working environment and the economic success of the business. As a result of drug and alcohol abuse, employers see increased costs related to medical fees, absenteeism and overall productivity.

Des Moines companies regardless of size wishing to implement a Drug Free Workplace can contact Accredited Drug Testing and ADT can schedule all drug tests and manage the entire Iowa Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Des Moines drug testing services and programs.

When it comes to employee drug testing, we recognize the importance of convenience and confidentiality. For that reason, we offer online scheduling and delivery of test results, which allow employers to utilize our services from the convenience of their office.

In addition, we also provide Mobile Drug Testing that brings our Des Moines drug testing services right to your place of business. These on-site services are able to ensure maximum employee participation as well as minimum disruption to the work day. (Additional fees may apply).

Des Moines Alcohol Testing

In addition to offering Des Moines drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.

Des Moines DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing

As a National drug and alcohol testing company, the staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc is certified and qualified in DOT drug and alcohol testing collections and our in-house staff are fully knowledgeable of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. All DOT tests include test collections by a qualified ADT technician, SAMHSA certified laboratory analysis and verification by a qualified Medical Review Officer. Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT required 5 panel urine tests, breath alcohol tests, consortium/random pool membership and all Federal Chain of Custody documents. If you need a DOT drug or alcohol test, simply call the ADT office and speak with one of our DOT drug testing specialists.

DOT Drug Testing in Des Moines

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ADT can schedule and manage all of your DOT and NON-DOT drug testing needs Nationwide, anywhere and at anytime.

Additional Services-Background Checks and Physicals

In addition, to Des Moines drug testing, Des Moines alcohol testing and Des Moines DNA testing, Accredited Drug Testing Inc also provides background checks for employers conducting employee screenings.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals for CDL truck drivers(49 CFR, Part 40) or companies in need of Return To Duty or Job Fitness exams.

"One Stop Shopping" for all of your Des Moines, IA Drug Testing Needs

If you are a HR/Office manager needing employee drug testing, a school, government agency or simply an individual in need of a drug or alcohol test, Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides drug testing for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, post accident, court ordered or any other drug testing need, Call Accredited Drug Testing today (800)221-4291

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 217,521 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +9.5%

Median Age: 33.6 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $818.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 14.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (11.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 32.8% for Black residents, 27.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 48.9% for American Indian residents, 6.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 28.5% for other race residents, 30.9% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (14.6%), American (8.1%), Irish (6.6%), English (4.0%), Italian (3.3%), Norwegian (2.1%).

Elevation: 864 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $51,355 (it was $38,408 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,520 (it was $19,467 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $134,300 (it was $79,900 in 2000) Des Moines:$134,300IA:$149,100

Races:
      White alone - 137,235 - 63.1%
      Hispanic - 31,333 - 14.4%
      Black alone - 22,170 - 10.2%
      Asian alone - 17,143 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 8,513 - 3.9%
      American Indian alone - 645 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 265 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 204 - 0.09%

Based on archeological evidence, the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers has attracted humans for at least 7,000 years. Several prehistoric occupation areas have been identified by archeologists in downtown Des Moines. Discovered in December 2010, the "Palace" is an expansive, 7,000-year-old site found during excavations prior to construction of the new wastewater treatment plant in southeastern Des Moines. It contains well-preserved house deposits and numerous graves. More than 6,000 artifacts were found at this site. State of Iowa archaeologist John Doershuk was assisted by University of Iowa archaeologists at this dig.