Drug Testing Near Me Centereach, NY
If you need a Drug or Alcohol Test in Near Me Centereach, NY , Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Near Me Centereach, NY 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 Near Me Centereach, NY 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.
2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 1.6 miles
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
35 MARLIN RD 1.9 miles
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 2.7 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 2.9 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
235 Boyle Rd, 2.9 miles
Selden, NY 11784
203 UNION AVE 3.3 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 3.8 miles
SELDEN, NY 11784
30 JEROME ST 4.0 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 4.3 miles
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 4.4 miles
Smithtown, NY 11787
1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 4.7 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 4.7 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
1743 N OCEAN AVE 4.9 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 4.9 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 5.2 miles
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 5.2 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
1850 ROUTE 112 5.3 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 5.3 miles
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
2 BROOKSITE DR 5.5 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 5.5 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
82 12TH AVE 5.6 miles
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 5.6 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
37 BEACH AVE 5.9 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 5.9 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
17 HOWARD DR 6.2 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
1647 ROUTE 112 6.4 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
4830 SUNRISE HWY 7.0 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 7.0 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
1 KINGS HWY 7.1 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 7.2 miles
Medford, NY 11763
606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 7.7 miles
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
47 MOREWOOD DR 7.7 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
146 WILLOW WOOD DR 8.1 miles
OAKDALE, NY 11769
475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 8.2 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 8.3 miles
East Patchogue, NY 11772
18 TERRELL ST 8.4 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
765 ROUTE 25A 8.4 miles
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
160 MIDDLE RD 8.5 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 8.8 miles
West Sayville, NY 11796
333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 9.3 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 9.7 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 9.7 miles
Commack, NY 11725
6277 JERICHO TPKE 10.2 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
10A KEMP CT 10.3 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
649 COMMACK RD 10.5 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 11.2 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
41 BRENTWOOD RD 11.4 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
9 HOWELLS RD 12.1 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
57 E MAIN ST 12.1 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
320 LAUREL RD 12.6 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
onsite for POH only 13.0 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
1940 DEER PARK AVE 13.7 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
1350 Deer Park Ave, 14.2 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
On Site Only 14.6 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
41 VERONICA LN 14.9 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
6144 Route 25A, Building B, Suite 8 15.1 miles
Wading River, NY 11792
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 15.8 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
625 MAIN ST 15.9 miles
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
617 A MONTAUK HWY 16.0 miles
CENTER MORICHES, NY 11934
142 RALPH AVE 16.2 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
21 E 23RD ST 16.3 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
1445 NEW YORK AVE 16.3 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 16.6 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
PO Box 1693 16.7 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
On Site Only 16.7 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
2 CEDARTREE LN 16.7 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
500 West Main Street, 17.2 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 18.4 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
910 ROUTE 109 18.5 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
184 S 1ST ST 18.6 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
21 EASTPORT MANOR RD 19.2 miles
EASTPORT, NY 11941
51 Walnut Ave E 19.4 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
4 MIRIAM LN 19.8 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 20.0 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 20.2 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 20.2 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
4 ROBIN CT 20.3 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
618 Broadway 20.4 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
365 BROADWAY 20.5 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 21.0 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 21.2 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
74 Commerce Drive, Suite 2 21.3 miles
Riverhead, NY 11901
47 COMMERCE AVE 21.4 miles
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 21.6 miles
Stratford, CT 6615
161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 21.7 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
60 WATSON BLVD 21.8 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
180 10TH ST 21.8 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 21.9 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 22.0 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 22.3 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 22.7 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 22.7 miles
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 22.8 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 23.0 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
887 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE C 23.0 miles
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
230 W MAIN ST 23.0 miles
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
226 MILL HILL AVE 23.1 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 23.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
1040 BARNUM AVE 23.6 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6614
1918 Black Rock Turnpike 23.6 miles
Fairfield, CT 6825
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 23.7 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
877 E MAIN ST 23.9 miles
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
170 OLD COUNTRY RD 24.0 miles
RIVERHEAD, NY 11901
1228 E Main St 24.0 miles
Riverhead, NY 11901
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 24.1 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
161 BOSTON AVE 24.2 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 24.5 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
484 POST RD 24.6 miles
DARIEN, CT 6820
557 Post Rd, 24.6 miles
Darien, CT 6820
232 BOSTON POST RD 24.8 miles
MILFORD, CT 6460
13 LAFAYETTE ST 25.0 miles
MILFORD, CT 6460
How to schedule a drug test in Near Me Centereach, NY
Schedule Online or By Phone-Easy As 1, 2, 3
Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.
Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.
Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!
Urine or hair drug testing methods in Near Me Centereach, NY - You choose!
Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.
What is the most common urine/hair drug test?
Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.
- Amphetamines
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- Opiates
- PCP
Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)
Our local drug testing Near Me Centereach, NY centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.
Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.
DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Near Me Centereach, NY
We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.
Additional DOT Services:
- Consortium Enrollment
- DOT Physicals
- Supervisor Training
- Employer Drug Policy Development
- MVR Reports
- Employee Training
- Background Checks
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search
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).
Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Near Me Centereach, NY
Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations 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 under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Near Me Centereach, NY locations are ready to serve your needs.
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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Near Me Centereach, NY ?
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Near Me Centereach, NY
Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Near Me Centereach, NY .
Drug Testing Locations in Near Me Centereach, NY
Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Near Me Centereach, NY and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Near Me Centereach, NY have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.
Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.
Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Near Me Centereach, NY specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.
On the road or vacation? No worries! We can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.
Which drug testing panel is right for you?
Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screening can be analyzed for drugs such as opiates, bath salts, synthetic cannabinoids and a wide range of prescription drugs.
Customized Drug Testing Near Me Centereach, NY
Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Centereach, NY also provides customized drug testing for synthetic marijuana, Ketamine, spice, kratom, bath salts and various opioids including Fentanyl, Oxycodone, Vicodin, Percocet, and others. Prescription drugs can be screened including Adderall, Ritalin, and Suboxone with levels reflecting usage.
Additional customized Drug Testing panels available include
- Narcotics
- Meperidine
- Tramadol
- Fentanyl
- Meprobamate
- Butorphanol
- Ketamine
- Nalbuphine, Naloxone, Naltrexone and/or Metabolite
- Pentazocine
- Antidepressants
- Amitriptyline
- Nortriptyline
- Fluoxetine and/or Metabolite
- Sertraline
- Antihistamines
- Chlorpheniramine
- Diphenhydramine
- Doxylamine
- Pheniramine
- Brompheniramine
- Stimulants
- Stimulants Diethylpropion
- Ephedrine
- Methylphenidate
- Phenmetrazine
- Phendimetrazine
- Phentermine
- Phenylpropanolamine
- Pseudoephedrine
- Alcohol (8-hour lookback)
- ETG Alcohol (80-hour look back)
- Other Drug(s)
- Zolpidem
What is a Drug Test?
A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law (such as cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin) and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.
Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?
"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.
Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:
- a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample. creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet. subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.
How long do drugs stay in your system?
The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:
- The amount of the drug taken
- The frequency of the drug taken
- The type of drug taken
- An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
- The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
- The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
- Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug
Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Centereach, NY ?
Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Near Me Centereach, NY is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Local Drug Testing: An Essential Guide
Local drug testing plays a pivotal role in maintaining safe and productive environments across a variety of sectors, including workplaces, schools, and sporting events. It involves analyzing biological samples to detect the presence of drugs and is crucial for enforcing drug-free policies. This guide provides consumers with comprehensive information about the importance, methods, and benefits of local drug testing.
Importance of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing at a local level helps organizations comply with legal requirements, supports public safety, and promotes health within communities. It is a deterrent against the use and abuse of drugs, providing a basis for intervention and support when needed.
Common Methods of Local Drug Testing
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its cost-effectiveness and the ability to detect a wide range of drugs over a considerable period.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and the ability to conduct tests easily on-site with immediate results.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window, up to 90 days, making it effective for identifying habitual drug use.
- Blood Testing: Offers highly accurate results but is less commonly used due to its invasive nature and higher cost.
Choosing a Local Drug Testing Provider
- Accreditation: Ensure the provider is accredited by relevant health and safety regulatory bodies to guarantee high standards in testing.
- Types of Tests Offered: Consider the range of drug testing services offered to ensure they meet specific needs, whether for employment screening, legal compliance, or personal reasons.
- Confidentiality and Privacy: The provider should have strict protocols to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals undergoing drug testing.
Benefits of Local Drug Testing
Implementing drug testing locally offers numerous benefits:
- Safety: Reduces the risks associated with drug-related accidents in the workplace and public spaces.
- Compliance: Helps organizations adhere to industry regulations and legal standards.
- Health and Prevention: Promotes a healthier environment and provides early detection, which is crucial for effective drug prevention and treatment strategies.
Local drug testing is an invaluable resource for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, enhancing workplace productivity, and fostering community health. By understanding the options and selecting a reputable provider, organizations and individuals can effectively utilize drug testing to meet their specific needs.
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Local Area Info: Centereach, New York
The hamlet of Centereach was first called West Middle Island, but primarily became known as New Village until the early 20th century. When it was discovered that another town shared the same name in Upstate New York, the name was changed to Centereach in 1916. The name Centereach reflects the centrality of the hamlet's location on Long Island, literally meaning "center reached".
Centereach, historically a working-class area, has experienced a construction boom in the past decade. As of 2009, the median home price was $335,000. New construction in the Centereach area has resulted in an influx of residents with a higher median income.
As of the census of 2000, there were 27,285 people, 8,176 households, and 6,998 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,429.4 per square mile (1,323.5/km²). There were 8,329 housing units at an average density of 1,046.8/sq mi (404.0/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 75.36% White, Hispanic or Latino of any race were 14.08%, 4.98% African American, 0.18% Native American, 2.17% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 1.36% from other races, and 1.42% from two or more races.